Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung GX-1S

Below, we will be reviewing the Samsung GX-1L versus Samsung GX-1S, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both of them are built by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GX-1L (6MP) and the GX-1S (6MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The GX-1L was brought out 2 months later than the GX-1S and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the GX-1L scores against the GX-1S for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1L & Samsung GX-1S. The entire galleries are available at Samsung GX-1L Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-1L has got exterior measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) while the Samsung GX-1S has proportions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Check the Samsung GX-1L versus Samsung GX-1S in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the GX-1L vs the GX-1S.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1L and GX-1S is 69 and 68 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The visual below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-1L and GX-1S.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account.