Samsung GX-1L vs Sigma fp L

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung GX-1L and Sigma fp L, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and fp L (61MP) and the GX-1L (APS-C) and fp L (Full frame) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX-1L was introduced 16 years earlier than the fp L and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the GX-1L grades versus the fp L in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1L & Sigma fp L. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1L Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-1L enjoys outer measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the GX-1L versus the fp L.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-1L and fp L is 69 and 83 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The visual here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-1L and fp L.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GX-1L having a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Sigma fp L will provide you with greater detail using its extra 55 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older GX-1L will be behind in sensor technology.