Canon 5D MII vs Samsung GX-1L

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Canon 5D MII vs Samsung GX-1L, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the 5D MII (21MP) and GX-1L (6MP) and the 5D MII (Full frame) and GX-1L (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The 5D MII was manufactured 3 years later than the GX-1L and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 5D MII matches up versus the GX-1L in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 5D Mark II and Samsung GX-1L. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 5D MII Gallery and Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 5D MII enjoys outside dimensions of 152mm x 114mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.5" x 3.0") having a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1L has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 5D MII vs Samsung GX-1L in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the 5D MII and the GX-1L.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5D MII and GX-1L is 56 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The visual here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D MII and GX-1L.

Plainly, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 5D MII because of its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Canon 5D MII will resolve extra detail due to its extra 15 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher 5D MII is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.