Canon 70D vs Samsung GX-1L

Here is a in depth analysis of the Canon 70D vs Samsung GX-1L, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the 70D (20MP) and GX-1L (6MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The 70D was unveiled 7 years later than the GX-1L and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the 70D scores against the GX-1L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 70D & Samsung GX-1L. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 70D Gallery & Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon 70D provides physical measurements of 139mm x 104mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 755 grams (1.66 lbs) while 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).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the 70D versus the GX-1L.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 70D and GX-1L is 59 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 70D and GX-1L.

To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Canon 70D to result in greater detail having an extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 70D will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.