Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung NX1

Its time to look more in depth at the Samsung GX-10 versus Samsung NX1, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both manufactured by Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and NX1 (28MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The GX-10 was manufactured 9 years earlier than the NX1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the GX-10 matches up vs the NX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-10 and Samsung NX1. The entire galleries are available at Samsung GX-10 Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Samsung GX-10 enjoys external dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1 has specifications of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Examine the Samsung GX-10 versus Samsung NX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the GX-10 vs the NX1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the GX-10 and NX1 is 59 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-10 and NX1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung NX1 to provide extra detail due to its extra 18MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older GX-10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.