Samsung GX-1L vs Sony NEX-3N

Here, we will be looking at the Samsung GX-1L and Sony NEX-3N, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and NEX-3N (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The GX-1L was introduced 8 years prior to the NEX-3N which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the GX-1L matches up vs the NEX-3N with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1L and Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1L Gallery and Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-1L enjoys physical measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3N has sizing of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check out the Samsung GX-1L and Sony NEX-3N in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the GX-1L and the NEX-3N.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1L and NEX-3N is 69 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The image underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-1L and NEX-3N.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony NEX-3N to offer more detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GX-1L is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.