Samsung NX20 vs Samsung GX-1S

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Samsung NX20 and the Samsung GX-1S, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Samsung NX20 was introduced in April 2012 and Samsung GX-1S was introduced in January 2006. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Samsung NX20 Highlights

      • 20.3 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 12,800 Native ISO
      • 15 Focus Points (15 Cross-type)
      • 3.0" 614k dot Fully Articulated Screen
      • Electronic Viewfinder
      • 8.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Samsung GX-1S Highlights

      • 6 MP APS-C CCD Sensor
      • 200 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • 11 Focus Points
      • 2.5" 210k dot Fixed Screen
      • Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder
      • 2.8 fps Continuous Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Samsung NX20
      4. Advantage of Samsung GX-1S
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Samsung NX20 and Samsung GX-1S.

      PROS

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      •   Video Capture
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 341 g (0.75 lb / 12.03 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Built-in Flash

      CONS

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 614k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 360 shots
      •   No Video Capture
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 6 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.8 fps
      •   Low USB Speed
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      •   Sensor Resolution - 20.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   15 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   DxO Overall Score - 75
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Weight - 605 g (1.33 lb / 21.34 oz)

      Advantage of Samsung NX20

      Samsung NX20
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Samsung NX20 over Samsung GX-1S.

      Samsung NX20 vs Samsung GX-1S
      Video Capture vs
      Higher Sensor Resolution 20.3 Megapixel vs 6 Megapixel
      Lower Native ISO 100 vs 200
      Higher Native ISO 12,800 vs 3,200
      Max Image Resolution 5472 x 3648 vs 3008 x 2008
      More Focus Points 15 vs 11
      Face Detection vs
      Live View Autofocus vs
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus vs
      Screen Type Fully Articulated vs Fixed
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 2.5"
      Higher Resolution Screen 614k dot vs 210k dot
      Live View vs
      Higher Viewfinder Coverage 100% vs 95%
      Higher Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) 0.69x vs 0.63x
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/8000 sec vs 1/4000 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 8.0 fps vs 2.8 fps
      Multi-Segment Metering vs
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      Higher USB Speed USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) vs USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output vs
      Microphone Input vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Lighter 341 g (0.75 lb / 12.03 oz) vs 605 g (1.33 lb / 21.34 oz)
      Orientation Sensor vs

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      Samsung NX10
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      APS-C

      15 MP

      Samsung NX30
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      APS-C

      20.3 MP

      Samsung NX3000
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      APS-C

      20.3 MP

      Samsung NX1
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      APS-C

      28.2 MP

      Samsung NX210
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      APS-C

      20.3 MP

      Samsung NX300
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      APS-C

      20.3 MP

      Samsung NX mini
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      1-inch

      20.5 MP

      Samsung NX1100
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      APS-C

      20.3 MP

      Samsung NX200
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      APS-C

      20 MP

      Samsung NX100
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      APS-C

      15 MP

      Samsung Galaxy NX
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      APS-C

      20.3 MP

      Samsung NX1000
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      APS-C

      20.3 MP

      Advantage of Samsung GX-1S

      Samsung GX-1S
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Samsung GX-1S over Samsung NX20.

      Samsung NX20 vs Samsung GX-1S
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Top LCD Screen vs

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      Samsung GX-20
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      APS-C

      15.1 MP

      Samsung GX-1L
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      APS-C

      6 MP

      Samsung GX-10
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      APS-C

      10.75 MP

      Canon M50 II
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      OM System OM-1
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      Micro Four Thirds

      20.4 MP

      Sigma SD15
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      APS-C

      5 MP

      Samsung NX500
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      APS-C

      28.2 MP

      Panasonic GF5
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      Micro Four Thirds

      12.1 MP

      Olympus OM-D E-M1
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      Micro Four Thirds

      16.3 MP

      Olympus OM-D E-M10
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      Micro Four Thirds

      16.1 MP

      Olympus PEN E-PL9
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      Micro Four Thirds

      16.1 MP

      Samsung NX30
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      APS-C

      20.3 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Samsung NX20 Samsung GX-1S
        Built-in Flash
      WEAKNESSES Samsung NX20 Samsung GX-1S
        Timelapse Recording
        No Image Stabilization
        Low Resolution Screen614k dot210k dot
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Samsung NX20 has a 3.0" Fully Articulated screen with 614k dot resolution and Samsung GX-1S has a 2.5" Fixed screen with 210k dot resolution. Fully articulated screen makes Samsung NX20 selfie and vlogger friendly and generally very useful for video shooting.

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      Samsung NX20 with Fully Articulated screen


      Viewfinder

      Samsung NX20 has a built-in Electronic viewfinderSamsung GX-1S has a built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinder. Samsung NX20 has 100% coverage with 1.04x (0.69x 35mm equivalent) magnification and Samsung GX-1S has 95% coverage with 0.95x (0.63x 35mm equivalent) magnification.

      Sensor

      Samsung NX20 features a 20.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.7 mm and a total area of 369 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,800. Samsung GX-1S features a 6 megapixel APS-C CCD sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.7 mm and a total area of 246.5 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 3,200.


      Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

      Sensor size chart
      Sensor Dimensions Area Aspect Ratio Crop Factor
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      Image cannot be displayedAPS-H27 x 18 mm486 mm23:21.3x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C23.6 x 15.6 mm368.2 mm23:21.5x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C (Canon)22.3 x 14.9 mm332.3 mm23:21.6x
      Image cannot be displayedMicro Four Thirds17.4 x 13 mm226.2 mm24:32x
      Image cannot be displayed1-inch13.2 x 8.8 mm116.2 mm23:22.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/1.7-inch7.44 x 5.58 mm41.5 mm24:34.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/2.3-inch6.17 x 4.55 mm28.1 mm24:35.6x

      Photography Features

      Samsung NX20 can take pictures up to 5472 x 3648 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 5472 x 3080, 3888 x 2592, 3712 x 2088, 3648 x 3648, 2976 x 1984, 2944 x 1656, 2736 x 1824, 2640 x 2640, 2000 x 2000, 1920 x 1080, 1728 x 1152, 1024 x 1024 with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Samsung GX-1S can take pictures up to 3008 x 2008 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 2400 x 1600, 1536 x 1024 with 3:2 aspect ratios.


      Lens Mount

      Samsung NX20 has Samsung NX lens mount and Samsung GX-1S has Pentax KAF lens mount. Due to their APS-C sensor their crop factor (also called lens multiplier) is equal to 1.5x. This means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.5.


      No Image Stabilization

      The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Samsung NX20 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Samsung GX-1S nothing can be done. On Samsung GX-1S it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Samsung NX20 nothing can be done.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Samsung NX20

      Samsung NX20 has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Samsung NX20 comes with BP1130 battery pack with battery life of 360 shots and Samsung GX-1S comes with 4 x AA battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Samsung NX20 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Samsung GX-1S has a single SD/MMC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/8000 sec on Samsung NX20, and up to 1/4000 sec on Samsung GX-1S. Samsung NX20 can shoot continuously up to 8.0 fps. Samsung GX-1S can shoot continuously up to 2.8 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 11.00 m on Samsung NX20. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe to Samsung NX20. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/180 sec on both cameras.

      Physical Parameters

      Samsung NX20 body has dimensions of 122 x 90 x 40 mm (4.8 x 3.54 x 1.57") and Samsung GX-1S body has dimensions of 125 x 93 x 66 mm (4.92 x 3.66 x 2.6"). Samsung NX20 weighs 341 g (0.75 lb / 12.03 oz) and Samsung GX-1S weighs 605 g (1.33 lb / 21.34 oz).

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      122 mm

      90 mm

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      125 mm

      93 mm

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      90 mm

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      40 mm

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      Size comparisons of Samsung NX20 and Samsung GX-1S

      Samsung NX20 and Samsung GX-1S for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      GOOD
      71
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 614k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      56
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   15 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 614k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 360 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      49
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.8 fps

      Wildlife Photography

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   15 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 614k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 360 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      POOR
      47
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.8 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Portrait Photography

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      GOOD
      78
      •   15 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 614k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec

      Street Photography

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      GOOD
      84
      •   15 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 614k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 341 g (0.75 lb / 12.03 oz)
      GOOD
      75
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 605 g (1.33 lb / 21.34 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      GOOD
      83
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 614k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 341 g (0.75 lb / 12.03 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 360 shots
      GOOD
      78
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 605 g (1.33 lb / 21.34 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Samsung NX20 and Samsung GX-1S and give them scores of 66 and 53 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      OVERALL
      66
      OVERALL
      53

      Sensor

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      GOOD
      70
      •   Sensor Resolution - 20.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 75
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 6 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      POOR
      51
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.8 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec

      Video

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      BAD
      14
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      BAD
      0
      •   No Image Stabilization

      Focusing

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   15 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      GOOD
      82
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 614k dot
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot

      Connectivity

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      POOR
      47
      •   Low USB Speed
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Samsung NX20

      Samsung GX-1S

      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 341 g (0.75 lb / 12.03 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 360 shots
      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 605 g (1.33 lb / 21.34 oz)


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