Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T90
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Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Revealed January 2008
- Replaced the Samsung GX-10
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
- Launched February 2009
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T90 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony T90, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX-20 (15MP) and T90 (12MP) and the GX-20 (APS-C) and T90 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe GX-20 was released 13 months prior to the T90 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the GX-20 scores versus the T90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T90 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The complete galleries are available at Samsung GX-20 Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Sony T90
GX-20 | T90 |
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Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Samsung GX-20
T90 | GX-20 | |||
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Launched | February 2009 | January 2008 | More recent by 13 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung GX-20 and Sony T90
GX-20 | T90 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-20 offers physical measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst the Sony T90 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony T90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the GX-20 and the T90.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GX-20 and T90 is 58 and 96 respectively.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-20 and T90.
All in all, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GX-20 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Samsung GX-20 will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older GX-20 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T90 Specifications
Samsung GX-20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung GX-20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2008-01-24 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4688 x 3120 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-10.0 |
Amount of lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 800g (1.76 lbs) | 148g (0.33 lbs) |
Dimensions | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $850 | $259 |