Samsung GX-20 vs Sony W730

Below, we are evaluating the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony W730, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the GX-20 (15MP) and the W730 (16MP) is fairly similar but the GX-20 (APS-C) and W730 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The GX-20 was unveiled 6 years prior to the W730 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W730 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the GX-20 scores versus the W730 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-20 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Samsung GX-20 enjoys physical dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Sony W730 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony W730 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the GX-20 vs the W730.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX-20 and W730 is 58 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The graphic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-20 and W730.

All in all, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GX-20 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony W730 will offer you extra detail having an extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older GX-20 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.