Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung NX20

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung NX20, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and NX20 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The GX-1L was introduced 7 years prior to the NX20 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the GX-1L scores vs the NX20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-1L & Samsung NX20. The whole galleries are available at Samsung GX-1L Gallery & Samsung NX20 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-1L features outside dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX20 has sizing of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung NX20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the GX-1L against the NX20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1L and NX20 is 69 and 83 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The photograph here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-1L and NX20.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung NX20 to show extra detail using its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older GX-1L will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.