Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung NX100
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Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung NX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Launched February 2006
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Introduced September 2010
- Replacement is Samsung NX200
Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung NX100 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Samsung GX-1L versus Samsung NX100, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and NX100 (15MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe GX-1L was brought out 5 years earlier than the NX100 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the GX-1L matches up versus the NX100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung NX100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1L & Samsung NX100. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1L Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Samsung NX100
GX-1L | NX100 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Samsung GX-1L
NX100 | GX-1L | |||
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Introduced | September 2010 | February 2006 | More recent by 55 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 614k | 210k | Sharper screen (+404k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1L and Samsung NX100
GX-1L | NX100 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-1L enjoys outside dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Compare the Samsung GX-1L versus Samsung NX100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the GX-1L vs the NX100.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-1L and NX100 is 69 and 88 respectively.
Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The photograph below should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-1L and NX100.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung NX100 to provide extra detail having its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older GX-1L will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
Samsung GX-1L | Samsung NX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung GX-1L | Samsung NX100 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2006-02-24 | 2010-09-14 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | DRIMe Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 5 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 151 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 210 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | VGA AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder coverage | 96% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 570 grams (1.26 lb) | 282 grams (0.62 lb) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 62 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 563 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 420 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $0 | $386 |