Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung NX5
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Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Announced February 2006
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Released June 2010
Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung NX5 Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Samsung GX-1L and Samsung NX5, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and NX5 (15MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe GX-1L was introduced 5 years prior to the NX5 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the GX-1L grades versus the NX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung NX5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1L & Samsung NX5. The whole galleries are available at Samsung GX-1L Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Samsung NX5
GX-1L | NX5 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Samsung GX-1L
NX5 | GX-1L | |||
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Released | June 2010 | February 2006 | More recent by 51 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 210k | Sharper screen (+20k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1L and Samsung NX5
GX-1L | NX5 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung GX-1L features physical dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX5 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung GX-1L and Samsung NX5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the GX-1L against the NX5.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GX-1L and NX5 is 69 and 80 respectively.
Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-1L and NX5.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung NX5 to provide you with more detail using its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The older GX-1L will be behind in sensor technology.
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Samsung GX-1L vs Samsung NX5 Specifications
Samsung GX-1L | Samsung NX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung GX-1L | Samsung NX5 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2006-02-24 | 2010-06-01 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | DRIM 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 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 5 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 151 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 210k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.50 m | 11.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 570g (1.26 pounds) | 499g (1.10 pounds) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC card | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $0 | $499 |