Samsung GX-1L vs Sony A3000

The following is a in-depth review of the Samsung GX-1L versus Sony A3000, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and A3000 (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The GX-1L was released 8 years earlier than the A3000 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the GX-1L matches up against the A3000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1L and Sony Alpha A3000. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1L Gallery and Sony A3000 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung GX-1L has got outer measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) and the Sony A3000 has specifications of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Check the Samsung GX-1L versus Sony A3000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the GX-1L versus the A3000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-1L and A3000 is 69 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-1L and A3000.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony A3000 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged GX-1L will be behind in sensor innovation.