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Canon 5D vs Samsung GX-1L

Portability
55
Imaging
55
Features
41
Overall
49
Canon EOS 5D front
 
Samsung GX-1L front
Portability
69
Imaging
44
Features
36
Overall
40

Canon 5D vs Samsung GX-1L Key Specs

Canon 5D
(Full Review)
  • 13MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Canon EF Mount
  • 895g - 152 x 113 x 75mm
  • Launched November 2005
  • New Model is Canon 5D MII
Samsung GX-1L
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • No Video
  • Pentax KAF Mount
  • 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
  • Released February 2006
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Canon 5D vs Samsung GX-1L Overview

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon 5D versus Samsung GX-1L, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the 5D (13MP) and GX-1L (6MP) and the 5D (Full frame) and GX-1L (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The 5D was announced 3 months earlier than the GX-1L so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the 5D grades versus the GX-1L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon 5D over the Samsung GX-1L

 5D GX-1L 
Screen resolution230k210kCrisper screen (+20k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Canon 5D

 GX-1L 5D 

Common features in the Canon 5D and Samsung GX-1L

 5D GX-1L 
ReleasedNovember 2005February 2006Similar generation
Focus manually Dial exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.5"2.5"Equal screen measurement
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Canon 5D vs Samsung GX-1L Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 5D has got exterior dimensions of 152mm x 113mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") and a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1L has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

Check out the Canon 5D versus Samsung GX-1L in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the 5D against the GX-1L.

Canon 5D vs Samsung GX-1L size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 5D and GX-1L is 55 and 69 respectively.

Canon 5D vs Samsung GX-1L top view buttons comparison

Canon 5D vs Samsung GX-1L Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D and GX-1L.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 5D using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon 5D will give greater detail with its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively.

Canon 5D vs Samsung GX-1L sensor size comparison

Canon 5D vs Samsung GX-1L Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 5D vs Samsung GX-1L Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 5D as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung GX-1L as a Portrait photography camera
65
has manual focus
resolution is good (13MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
does not have liveview
50
focusing manually
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no liveview
MP count low (6MP)
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Street Comparison

Canon 5D Street photography details
Samsung GX-1L Street photography details
56
big sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
weather proof
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
60
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lighter than competition in class (570g)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Canon 5D as a Sports photography camera
Samsung GX-1L as a Sports photography camera
55
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
resolution is good (13 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
weather proof
has phase detect autofocus
does not have liveview
max fps low (3.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery (800 shots)
38
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with phase detect auto focus
no liveview
low fps (3.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
MP count low (6MP)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon 5D
Travel photography with Samsung GX-1L
49
weather proof
resolution is good (13 megapixels)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
terrible battery (800 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
52
lighter than competition in class (570 grams)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse recording
MP count low (6 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon 5D
Landscape photography with Samsung GX-1L
54
has manual focus
switch lenses (Canon EF mount)
resolution is good (13 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
weather proof
tiny screen (2.5")
does not have liveview
does not have image stabilization
terrible battery (800 shots)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
46
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Pentax KAF mount)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
small screen (2.5 inches)
no liveview
no image stabilization
MP count low (6 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon 5D
Vlogging with Samsung GX-1L
9
can't shoot video
9
no video recording
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Canon 5D vs Samsung GX-1L Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 5D and Samsung GX-1L
 Canon EOS 5DSamsung GX-1L
General Information
Brand Canon Samsung
Model type Canon EOS 5D Samsung GX-1L
Type Advanced DSLR Advanced DSLR
Launched 2005-11-12 2006-02-24
Body design Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Digic II -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor measurements 36 x 24mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 864.0mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 13MP 6MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Peak resolution 4368 x 2912 3008 x 2008
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 200
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 9 5
Lens
Lens mount type Canon EF Pentax KAF
Total lenses 250 151
Crop factor 1 1.5
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.5" 2.5"
Display resolution 230k dot 210k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech TFT liquid-crystal color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentamirror)
Viewfinder coverage 96 percent 96 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.71x 0.57x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 3.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 7.50 m
Flash options External Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/200 seconds 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Highest video resolution None None
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 895 grams (1.97 lb) 570 grams (1.26 lb)
Physical dimensions 152 x 113 x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 71 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 22.9 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.1 not tested
DXO Low light rating 1368 not tested
Other
Battery life 800 pictures -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery ID BP-511A 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media Compact Flash (Type I or II) SD/MMC card
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $2,780 $0