Samsung GX-20 vs Sony TF1

Lets look more closely at the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony TF1, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the GX-20 (15MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is very similar but the GX-20 (APS-C) and TF1 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX-20 was introduced 6 years earlier than the TF1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the GX-20 matches up against the TF1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung GX-20 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung GX-20 provides outside measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the GX-20 and the TF1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-20 and TF1 is 58 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-20 and TF1.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GX-20 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony TF1 will offer you greater detail using its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged GX-20 is going to be behind in sensor technology.