Samsung GX-20 vs Sony WX1

Let's look a little more in depth at the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony WX1, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the GX-20 (15MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the GX-20 (APS-C) and WX1 (1/2.4") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The GX-20 was released 18 months earlier than the WX1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony WX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the GX-20 scores vs the WX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-20 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-20 provides external measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst the Sony WX1 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Samsung GX-20 versus Sony WX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the GX-20 against the WX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-20 and WX1 is 58 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-20 and WX1.

Clearly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GX-20 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung GX-20 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged GX-20 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.