Samsung GX-20 vs Sony S930

Here, we are reviewing the Samsung GX-20 and Sony S930, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the GX-20 (15MP) and S930 (10MP) and the GX-20 (APS-C) and S930 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX-20 was manufactured 11 months prior to the S930 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony S930 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the GX-20 scores vs the S930 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-20 Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-20 offers exterior measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst the Sony S930 has dimensions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung GX-20 and Sony S930 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the GX-20 against the S930.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-20 and S930 is 58 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The picture here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-20 and S930.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GX-20 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Samsung GX-20 will result in greater detail due to its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GX-20 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.