Samsung GX-20 vs Sony TX10

On this page, we will be looking at the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony TX10, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the GX-20 (15MP) and the TX10 (16MP) is relatively similar but the GX-20 (APS-C) and TX10 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The GX-20 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the TX10 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX10 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the GX-20 scores against the TX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-20 Gallery & Sony TX10 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Samsung GX-20 has 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) while the Sony TX10 has specifications of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony TX10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the GX-20 versus the TX10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-20 and TX10 is 58 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-20 and TX10.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GX-20 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony TX10 will deliver more detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged GX-20 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.