Samsung GX-20 vs Sony TX30

Let's look a bit more closely at the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony TX30, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GX-20 (15MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is relatively well matched but the GX-20 (APS-C) and TX30 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The GX-20 was launched 6 years prior to the TX30 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GX-20 grades vs the TX30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The complete galleries are available at Samsung GX-20 Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-20 comes with exterior measurements 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 TX30 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony TX30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the GX-20 against the TX30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-20 and TX30 is 58 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-20 and TX30.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GX-20 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Sony TX30 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GX-20 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.