Panasonic S1R vs Samsung GX-1L

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic S1R versus Samsung GX-1L, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and GX-1L (6MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and GX-1L (APS-C) feature different sensor measurements.

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The S1R was announced 13 years after the GX-1L which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S1R grades against the GX-1L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Samsung GX-1L. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1R comes with exterior dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Samsung GX-1L has proportions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic S1R versus Samsung GX-1L in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the S1R against the GX-1L.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1R and GX-1L is 54 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1R and GX-1L.

All in all, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S1R having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic S1R will resolve extra detail with its extra 41MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent S1R provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.