Samsung GX-20 vs Sony WX220

In this article, we will be reviewing the Samsung GX-20 vs Sony WX220, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the GX-20 (15MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is relatively close but the GX-20 (APS-C) and WX220 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX-20 was launched 7 years prior to the WX220 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the GX-20 scores against the WX220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The complete galleries are available at Samsung GX-20 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-20 enjoys outer dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst the Sony WX220 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the GX-20 and the WX220.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX-20 and WX220 is 58 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-20 and WX220.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX-20 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony WX220 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older GX-20 will be behind in sensor technology.