Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma SD15
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Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma SD15 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
- Released February 2006
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Released February 2010
- Old Model is Sigma SD14
Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma SD15 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Samsung GX-1L versus Sigma SD15, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Samsung and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the GX-1L (6MP) and the SD15 (5MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe GX-1L was manufactured 5 years earlier than the SD15 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the GX-1L grades versus the SD15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma SD15 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1L & Sigma SD15. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1L Gallery & Sigma SD15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Sigma SD15
GX-1L | SD15 |
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Reasons to pick Sigma SD15 over the Samsung GX-1L
SD15 | GX-1L | |||
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Released | February 2010 | February 2006 | More modern by 48 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 210k | Sharper screen (+250k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1L and Sigma SD15
GX-1L | SD15 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma SD15 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-1L features external 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) whilst the Sigma SD15 has dimensions of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Examine the Samsung GX-1L versus Sigma SD15 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the GX-1L vs the SD15.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the GX-1L and SD15 is 69 and 59 respectively.
Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma SD15 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The image below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-1L and SD15.
All in all, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung GX-1L to offer you extra detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged GX-1L is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma SD15 Specifications
Samsung GX-1L | Sigma SD15 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung GX-1L | Sigma SD15 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2006-02-24 | 2010-02-20 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 5 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF | Sigma SA |
Total lenses | 151 | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 210 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 96% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 570 gr (1.26 pounds) | 750 gr (1.65 pounds) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $0 | $1,500 |