Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T99
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Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T99 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
- Released January 2008
- Succeeded the Samsung GX-10
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 121g - 93 x 56 x 17mm
- Released July 2010
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T99 Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T99, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the GX-20 (15MP) and the T99 (14MP) is very comparable but the GX-20 (APS-C) and T99 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe GX-20 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the T99 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the GX-20 grades against the T99 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T99 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-20 Gallery & Sony T99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Sony T99
GX-20 | T99 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the Samsung GX-20
T99 | GX-20 | |||
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Released | July 2010 | January 2008 | Newer by 29 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung GX-20 and Sony T99
GX-20 | T99 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T99 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-20 features physical dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Sony T99 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check out the Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T99 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the GX-20 and the T99.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-20 and T99 is 58 and 96 respectively.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T99 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-20 and T99.
Plainly, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GX-20 using its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Samsung GX-20 will show greater detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged GX-20 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T99 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung GX-20 vs Sony T99 Specifications
Samsung GX-20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung GX-20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Ultracompact |
Released | 2008-01-24 | 2010-07-08 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4688 x 3120 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1250s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red eye, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 800g (1.76 pounds) | 121g (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $850 | $179 |