Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung GX-1L

On this page, we are evaluating the Canon SX520 HS and Samsung GX-1L, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Canon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and GX-1L (6MP) and the SX520 HS (1/2.3") and GX-1L (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX520 HS was manufactured 8 years after the GX-1L which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX520 HS grades against the GX-1L with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Samsung GX-1L. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX520 HS has got external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1L has proportions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX520 HS and Samsung GX-1L in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX520 HS compared to the GX-1L.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX520 HS and GX-1L is 69 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and GX-1L.

Clearly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX520 HS featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Canon SX520 HS will show extra detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent SX520 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.