Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma DP2s

Here, we will be analyzing the Samsung GX-1L versus Sigma DP2s, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. The image resolution of the GX-1L (6MP) and the DP2s (5MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The GX-1L was brought out 5 years before the DP2s and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the GX-1L matches up versus the DP2s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1L and Sigma DP2s. The entire galleries are available at Samsung GX-1L Gallery and Sigma DP2s Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-1L offers physical measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2s has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung GX-1L versus Sigma DP2s in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the GX-1L against the DP2s.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1L and DP2s is 69 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking specs. The visual here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-1L and DP2s.

All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung GX-1L to give you extra detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older GX-1L is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.