Samsung GX-20 vs Sony QX10

Here is a detailed assessment of the Samsung GX-20 vs Sony QX10, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Lens-style by brands Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the GX-20 (15MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is relatively close but the GX-20 (APS-C) and QX10 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.

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The GX-20 was introduced 6 years earlier than the QX10 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the GX-20 matches up versus the QX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung GX-20 Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung GX-20 has got external measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Sony QX10 has specifications of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Check out the Samsung GX-20 vs Sony QX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the GX-20 and the QX10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-20 and QX10 is 58 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The visual underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-20 and QX10.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GX-20 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony QX10 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older GX-20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.