Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung GX-1S

Below is a extensive review of the Panasonic 3D1 versus Samsung GX-1S, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the 3D1 (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The 3D1 was revealed 5 years later than the GX-1S and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the 3D1 grades against the GX-1S with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Samsung GX-1S. The full galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic 3D1 features exterior dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1S has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

See the Panasonic 3D1 versus Samsung GX-1S in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the 3D1 and the GX-1S.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and GX-1S is 93 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 3D1 and GX-1S.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 3D1 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic 3D1 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer 3D1 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.