Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-7

Here, we are contrasting the Samsung GX-20 vs Sony NEX-7, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the GX-20 (15MP) and NEX-7 (24MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The GX-20 was manufactured 4 years before the NEX-7 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony NEX-7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the GX-20 grades versus the NEX-7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-20 and Sony Alpha NEX-7. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-20 Gallery and Sony NEX-7 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-20 offers external measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Sony NEX-7 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the GX-20 versus the NEX-7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX-20 and NEX-7 is 58 and 84 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-20 and NEX-7.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony NEX-7 to offer you greater detail due to its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The older GX-20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.