Nikon D300S vs Samsung GX-1L

Let's look a little more closely at the Nikon D300S versus Samsung GX-1L, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the D300S (12MP) and GX-1L (6MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The D300S was revealed 3 years later than the GX-1L and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the D300S grades against the GX-1L when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D300S & Samsung GX-1L. The full galleries are provided at Nikon D300S Gallery & Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon D300S comes with external dimensions of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 938 grams (2.07 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1L has proportions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D300S versus Samsung GX-1L in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the D300S compared to the GX-1L.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the D300S and GX-1L is 55 and 69 respectively.

Often, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The photograph here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the D300S and GX-1L.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon D300S to offer extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher D300S provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.