Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-6
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Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Launched January 2008
- Succeeded the Samsung GX-10
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 345g - 120 x 67 x 43mm
- Launched March 2013
- Updated by Sony A6000
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-6 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony NEX-6, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the GX-20 (15MP) and the NEX-6 (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe GX-20 was announced 6 years earlier than the NEX-6 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the GX-20 scores versus the NEX-6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-6 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-20 & Sony Alpha NEX-6. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-20 Gallery & Sony NEX-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Sony NEX-6
GX-20 | NEX-6 |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-6 over the Samsung GX-20
NEX-6 | GX-20 | |||
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Launched | March 2013 | January 2008 | More modern by 62 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-20 and Sony NEX-6
GX-20 | NEX-6 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-6 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-20 features exterior measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Sony NEX-6 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).
Examine the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony NEX-6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the GX-20 vs the NEX-6.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-20 and NEX-6 is 58 and 85 respectively.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-6 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over specs. The image underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-20 and NEX-6.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony NEX-6 to offer extra detail with its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged GX-20 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-6 Specifications
Samsung GX-20 | Sony Alpha NEX-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung GX-20 | Sony Alpha NEX-6 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2008-01-24 | 2013-03-25 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4688 x 3120 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | Sony E |
Total lenses | 151 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | Xtra Fine LCD with Tilt Up 90� and Down 45� |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 800 gr (1.76 pounds) | 345 gr (0.76 pounds) |
Dimensions | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 120 x 67 x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 68 | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.1 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | 714 | 1018 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 360 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $850 | $365 |