Nikon D600 vs Samsung GX-1L

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon D600 and Samsung GX-1L, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the D600 (24MP) and GX-1L (6MP) and the D600 (Full frame) and GX-1L (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The D600 was revealed 6 years later than the GX-1L and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the D600 scores vs the GX-1L in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D600 & Samsung GX-1L. The full galleries are available at Nikon D600 Gallery & Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon D600 features exterior dimensions of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") having a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1L has proportions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D600 and Samsung GX-1L in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the D600 vs the GX-1L.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D600 and GX-1L is 56 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D600 and GX-1L.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D600 having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon D600 will give greater detail because of its extra 18MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer D600 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.