Samsung GX-1L vs Sony A7S II

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Samsung GX-1L and Sony A7S II, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and A7S II (12MP) and the GX-1L (APS-C) and A7S II (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX-1L was announced 10 years prior to the A7S II and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the GX-1L grades versus the A7S II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1L and Sony Alpha A7S II. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1L Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-1L enjoys outside 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 A7S II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

Look at the Samsung GX-1L and Sony A7S II in the all new Camera and 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 time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the GX-1L versus the A7S II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1L and A7S II is 69 and 68 respectively.

Normally, its hard to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-1L and A7S II.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GX-1L using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A7S II will give you greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older GX-1L is going to be behind in sensor tech.