Samsung GX-20 vs Sony W510

In this article, we are comparing the Samsung GX-20 and Sony W510, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the GX-20 (15MP) and W510 (12MP) and the GX-20 (APS-C) and W510 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The GX-20 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the W510 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the GX-20 matches up versus the W510 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-20 Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-20 comes with external dimensions 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 W510 has proportions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung GX-20 and Sony W510 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the GX-20 compared to the W510.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-20 and W510 is 58 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-20 and W510.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GX-20 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Samsung GX-20 will render extra detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older GX-20 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.