Canon 60Da vs Samsung GX-1L
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Canon 60Da vs Samsung GX-1L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 755g - 145 x 106 x 79mm
- Released April 2012
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Revealed February 2006

Canon 60Da vs Samsung GX-1L Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon 60Da vs Samsung GX-1L, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the 60Da (18MP) and GX-1L (6MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

The 60Da was released 6 years after the GX-1L which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the 60Da scores vs the GX-1L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 60Da vs Samsung GX-1L Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 60Da and Samsung GX-1L. The complete galleries are available at Canon 60Da Gallery and Samsung GX-1L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 60Da over the Samsung GX-1L
60Da | GX-1L | |||
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Revealed | April 2012 | ![]() | February 2006 | More modern by 75 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 210k | Crisper screen (+830k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Canon 60Da
GX-1L | 60Da |
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Common features in the Canon 60Da and Samsung GX-1L
60Da | GX-1L | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Canon 60Da vs Samsung GX-1L Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 60Da features physical measurements of 145mm x 106mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1L has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).
Analyze the Canon 60Da vs Samsung GX-1L in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the 60Da and the GX-1L.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 60Da and GX-1L is 59 and 69 respectively.

Canon 60Da vs Samsung GX-1L Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 60Da and GX-1L.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon 60Da to give you more detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent 60Da provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon 60Da vs Samsung GX-1L Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 60Da vs Samsung GX-1L Specifications
Canon EOS 60Da | Samsung GX-1L | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon EOS 60Da | Samsung GX-1L |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2012-04-07 | 2006-02-24 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 6MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 3008 x 2008 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
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/EF-S | Pentax KAF |
Available lenses | 326 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 210 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | Clear View TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 96% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m | 7.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (59.94, 50 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 755 gr (1.66 pounds) | 570 gr (1.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 145 x 106 x 79mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.1") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1100 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LP-E6 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $1,499 | $0 |