Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung GX-1L
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Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung GX-1L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 793g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Launched September 2006
- Newer Model is Samsung GX-20
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Announced February 2006

Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung GX-1L Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung GX-1L, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and they are both created by Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and GX-1L (6MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

The GX-10 was introduced 7 months after the GX-1L so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the GX-10 grades vs the GX-1L when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung GX-1L Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-10 & Samsung GX-1L. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung GX-10 Gallery & Samsung GX-1L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Samsung GX-1L
GX-10 | GX-1L | |||
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Announced | September 2006 | ![]() | February 2006 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Samsung GX-10
GX-1L | GX-10 |
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Common features in the Samsung GX-10 and Samsung GX-1L
GX-10 | GX-1L | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 210k | ![]() | 210k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung GX-1L Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-10 enjoys external dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1L has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung GX-1L in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the GX-10 vs the GX-1L.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GX-10 and GX-1L is 59 and 69 respectively.

Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung GX-1L Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The image below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-10 and GX-1L.
All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung GX-10 to give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent GX-10 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung GX-1L Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung GX-1L Specifications
Samsung GX-10 | Samsung GX-1L | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung GX-10 | Samsung GX-1L |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2006-09-21 | 2006-02-24 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 3008 x 2008 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 5 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF |
Total lenses | 151 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 210k dot | 210k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 7.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 793 gr (1.75 lb) | 570 gr (1.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $850 | $0 |