Samsung GX-20 vs Sony HX90V

On this page, we will be reviewing the Samsung GX-20 and Sony HX90V, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the GX-20 (15MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is relatively close but the GX-20 (APS-C) and HX90V (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The GX-20 was revealed 8 years prior to the HX90V which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the GX-20 grades versus the HX90V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-20 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-20 has outer dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Compare the Samsung GX-20 and Sony HX90V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the GX-20 compared to the HX90V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-20 and HX90V is 58 and 91 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching specs. The picture below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-20 and HX90V.

All in all, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GX-20 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony HX90V will result in extra detail because of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged GX-20 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.