Samsung GX-1L vs Sony QX1
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Samsung GX-1L vs Sony QX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Announced February 2006
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 216g - 74 x 70 x 53mm
- Released September 2014
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony QX1 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Samsung GX-1L and Sony QX1, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Lens-style by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and QX1 (20MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe GX-1L was introduced 9 years before the QX1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the GX-1L scores against the QX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony QX1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-1L and Sony Alpha QX1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1L Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Sony QX1
GX-1L | QX1 | |||
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Display dimension | 2.5" | " | Larger display (+2.5") | |
Display resolution | 210k | 0k | Crisper display (+210k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX1 over the Samsung GX-1L
QX1 | GX-1L | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | September 2014 | February 2006 | Fresher by 103 months | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1L and Sony QX1
GX-1L | QX1 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony QX1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-1L offers outer dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) while the Sony QX1 has measurements of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the Samsung GX-1L and Sony QX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the GX-1L versus the QX1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-1L and QX1 is 69 and 90 respectively.
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony QX1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-1L and QX1.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony QX1 to result in greater detail using its extra 14MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older GX-1L will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony QX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung GX-1L vs Sony QX1 Specifications
Samsung GX-1L | Sony Alpha QX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung GX-1L | Sony Alpha QX1 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Lens-style |
Announced | 2006-02-24 | 2014-09-03 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 5 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF | Sony E |
Total lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | - |
Display resolution | 210k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.50 m | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, rear sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 570 gr (1.26 lb) | 216 gr (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 74 x 70 x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 440 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $0 | $500 |