Pentax K-3 vs Samsung GX-1L
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Pentax K-3 vs Samsung GX-1L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 131 x 100 x 77mm
- Introduced April 2014
- Replacement is Pentax K-3 II
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Announced February 2006
Pentax K-3 vs Samsung GX-1L Overview
Here is a in-depth assessment of the Pentax K-3 and Samsung GX-1L, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Pentax and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the K-3 (24MP) and GX-1L (6MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe K-3 was announced 8 years later than the GX-1L and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the K-3 scores vs the GX-1L with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax K-3 vs Samsung GX-1L Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-3 & Samsung GX-1L. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-3 Gallery & Samsung GX-1L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 over the Samsung GX-1L
K-3 | GX-1L | |||
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Announced | April 2014 | February 2006 | Fresher by 99 months | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 210k | Sharper screen (+827k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Pentax K-3
GX-1L | K-3 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-3 and Samsung GX-1L
K-3 | GX-1L | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Pentax K-3 vs Samsung GX-1L Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-3 offers exterior measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Samsung GX-1L has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax K-3 and Samsung GX-1L in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the K-3 versus the GX-1L.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-3 and GX-1L is 59 and 69 respectively.
Pentax K-3 vs Samsung GX-1L Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The photograph here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the K-3 and GX-1L.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Pentax K-3 to render greater detail with its extra 18MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern K-3 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Pentax K-3 vs Samsung GX-1L Specifications
Pentax K-3 | Samsung GX-1L | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax K-3 | Samsung GX-1L |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2014-04-10 | 2006-02-24 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Prime III | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6016 x 4000 | 3008 x 2008 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 27 | 5 |
Cross type focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF |
Amount of lenses | 151 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,037 thousand dots | 210 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | 7.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, red-eye, slow sync, slow sync + red-eye, trailing curtain sync, high speed, wireless, manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 800g (1.76 pounds) | 570g (1.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 100 x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 80 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1216 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 560 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Launch cost | $639 | $0 |