Samsung GX-20 vs Sony QX100
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Samsung GX-20 vs Sony QX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Announced January 2008
- Older Model is Samsung GX-10
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 179g - 63 x 63 x 56mm
- Introduced September 2013

Samsung GX-20 vs Sony QX100 Overview
The following is a thorough analysis of the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony QX100, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Lens-style by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the GX-20 (15MP) and QX100 (20MP) and the GX-20 (APS-C) and QX100 (1") come with totally different sensor sizes.

The GX-20 was introduced 6 years before the QX100 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the GX-20 grades versus the QX100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung GX-20 vs Sony QX100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung GX-20 Gallery and Sony QX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Sony QX100
GX-20 | QX100 | |||
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Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | " | Larger display (+2.7") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX100 over the Samsung GX-20
QX100 | GX-20 | |||
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Introduced | September 2013 | ![]() | January 2008 | Newer by 68 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung GX-20 and Sony QX100
GX-20 | QX100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony QX100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Samsung GX-20 has outer dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Sony QX100 has specifications of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony QX100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the GX-20 versus the QX100.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-20 and QX100 is 58 and 92 respectively.

Samsung GX-20 vs Sony QX100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The pic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-20 and QX100.
Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GX-20 using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Sony QX100 will resolve more detail using its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged GX-20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Samsung GX-20 vs Sony QX100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung GX-20 vs Sony QX100 Specifications
Samsung GX-20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung GX-20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Lens-style |
Announced | 2008-01-24 | 2013-09-05 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 365.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4688 x 3120 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | - |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | Depends on connected smartphone |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless | None |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 800 grams (1.76 lbs) | 179 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 63 x 63 x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 68 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 714 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN, |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $850 | $268 |