Samsung GX-1L vs Sony A7S III

On this page, we are evaluating the Samsung GX-1L and Sony A7S III, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and A7S III (12MP) and the GX-1L (APS-C) and A7S III (Full frame) provide totally different sensor size.

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The GX-1L was launched 15 years earlier than the A7S III and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A7S III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the GX-1L grades vs the A7S III with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-1L and Sony Alpha A7S III. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1L Gallery and Sony A7S III Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung GX-1L features external dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) while the Sony A7S III has specifications of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

Examine the Samsung GX-1L and Sony A7S III in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the GX-1L against the A7S III.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-1L and A7S III is 69 and 61 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The photograph below may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-1L and A7S III.

To sum up, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX-1L because of its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony A7S III will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older GX-1L is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.