Samsung GX-1L vs Sony A7R II

In this article, we will be looking at the Samsung GX-1L vs Sony A7R II, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the GX-1L (APS-C) and A7R II (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX-1L was revealed 10 years before the A7R II which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the GX-1L grades vs the A7R II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1L and Sony Alpha A7R II. The full galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1L Gallery and Sony A7R II Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung GX-1L offers 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) while the Sony A7R II has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

See the Samsung GX-1L vs Sony A7R II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the GX-1L compared to the A7R II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1L and A7R II is 69 and 68 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The image underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-1L and A7R II.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GX-1L having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A7R II will show more detail because of its extra 36 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged GX-1L will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.