Samsung GX-20 vs Sony W730
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Samsung GX-20 vs Sony W730 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Revealed January 2008
- Replaced the Samsung GX-10
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-224mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2013
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony W730 Overview
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.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 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.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony W730 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Sony W730
GX-20 | W730 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W730 over the Samsung GX-20
W730 | GX-20 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | January 2008 | More recent by 60 months | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung GX-20 and Sony W730
GX-20 | W730 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony W730 Physical Comparison
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.
Samsung GX-20 vs Sony W730 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Samsung GX-20 vs Sony W730 Specifications
Samsung GX-20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sony |
Model type | Samsung GX-20 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2008-01-24 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4688 x 3120 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-224mm (9.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 800 gr (1.76 lbs) | 122 gr (0.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 93 x 52 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 68 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 714 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $850 | $138 |