Canon SX160 IS vs Samsung GX-1L

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon SX160 IS and Samsung GX-1L, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and GX-1L (6MP) and the SX160 IS (1/2.3") and GX-1L (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX160 IS was unveiled 7 years later than the GX-1L and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX160 IS matches up vs the GX-1L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Samsung GX-1L. The full galleries are available at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX160 IS offers external measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1L has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX160 IS and the GX-1L.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and GX-1L is 86 and 69 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and GX-1L.

Clearly, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX160 IS having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Canon SX160 IS will resolve greater detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer SX160 IS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.