Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung HZ50W

Below, we will be reviewing the Samsung GX-1L and Samsung HZ50W, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Samsung. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and HZ50W (14MP) and the GX-1L (APS-C) and HZ50W (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The GX-1L was unveiled 5 years before the HZ50W and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the GX-1L grades against the HZ50W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1L & Samsung HZ50W. The full galleries are available at Samsung GX-1L Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-1L enjoys outer measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) and the Samsung HZ50W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Examine the Samsung GX-1L and Samsung HZ50W in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the GX-1L vs the HZ50W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-1L and HZ50W is 69 and 70 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The visual here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-1L and HZ50W.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GX-1L using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung HZ50W will deliver greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older GX-1L is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.