Casio EX-ZR15 vs Samsung GX-1L

On this page, we will be looking at the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Samsung GX-1L, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Casio and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and GX-1L (6MP) and the EX-ZR15 (1/2.3") and GX-1L (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

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The EX-ZR15 was announced 5 years after the GX-1L which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the EX-ZR15 grades vs the GX-1L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 and Samsung GX-1L. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery and Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR15 has got physical measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1L has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR15 versus 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 depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR15 against the GX-1L.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR15 and GX-1L is 93 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR15 and GX-1L.

As you have seen, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-ZR15 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Casio EX-ZR15 will provide more detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR15 provides an advantage in sensor technology.