Nikon D3 vs Samsung GX-1L

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon D3 and Samsung GX-1L, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the D3 (12MP) and GX-1L (6MP) and the D3 (Full frame) and GX-1L (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The D3 was announced 2 years later than the GX-1L and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D3 being a Large SLR camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the D3 matches up vs the GX-1L with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D3 and Samsung GX-1L. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D3 Gallery and Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon D3 provides external dimensions of 160mm x 157mm x 88mm (6.3" x 6.2" x 3.5") having a weight of 1300 grams (2.87 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1L has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

See the Nikon D3 and Samsung GX-1L in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the D3 against the GX-1L.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D3 and GX-1L is 50 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D3 and GX-1L.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The D3 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon D3 will deliver extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer D3 will have an edge in sensor innovation.