Samsung GX-1L vs Sony G3
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Samsung GX-1L vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Released February 2006
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Released January 2009

Samsung GX-1L vs Sony G3 Overview
The following is a extended comparison of the Samsung GX-1L and Sony G3, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and G3 (10MP) and the GX-1L (APS-C) and G3 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

The GX-1L was brought out 3 years earlier than the G3 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony G3 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the GX-1L matches up against the G3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung GX-1L vs Sony G3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-1L and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1L Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Sony G3
GX-1L | G3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Samsung GX-1L
G3 | GX-1L | |||
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Released | January 2009 | ![]() | February 2006 | Newer by 34 months |
Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+1") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 210k | Sharper display (+711k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1L and Sony G3
GX-1L | G3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-1L has got outside 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) whilst the Sony G3 has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
See the Samsung GX-1L and Sony G3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the GX-1L versus the G3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX-1L and G3 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Samsung GX-1L vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-1L and G3.
All in all, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GX-1L because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Sony G3 will deliver extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged GX-1L is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung GX-1L vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung GX-1L vs Sony G3 Specifications
Samsung GX-1L | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung GX-1L | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2006-02-24 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 5 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-10.0 |
Available lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 210k dot | 921k dot |
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 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.50 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 640x480 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 570g (1.26 lbs) | 185g (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $200 |