Canon G1 X vs Samsung TL500

On this page, we are matching up the Canon G1 X vs Samsung TL500, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the G1 X (14MP) and TL500 (10MP) and the G1 X (1.5") and TL500 (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The G1 X was unveiled 21 months later than the TL500 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon G1 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung TL500 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G1 X matches up vs the TL500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G1 X and Samsung TL500. The full galleries are available at Canon G1 X Gallery and Samsung TL500 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G1 X features external measurements of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") having a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL500 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

Contrast the Canon G1 X vs Samsung TL500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the G1 X against the TL500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G1 X and TL500 is 75 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G1 X and TL500.

As you can tell, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G1 X with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Canon G1 X will result in greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher G1 X will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.