Samsung GX-1L vs Sony RX100 VI
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Samsung GX-1L vs Sony RX100 VI 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
- Introduced February 2006
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 301g - 102 x 58 x 43mm
- Revealed June 2018
- Earlier Model is Sony RX100 V
- Later Model is Sony RX100 VII
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony RX100 VI Overview
In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Samsung GX-1L versus Sony RX100 VI, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and RX100 VI (20MP) and the GX-1L (APS-C) and RX100 VI (1") possess different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe GX-1L was revealed 13 years earlier than the RX100 VI and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the GX-1L grades vs the RX100 VI in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony RX100 VI Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1L and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The full galleries are available at Samsung GX-1L Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Sony RX100 VI
GX-1L | RX100 VI |
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Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VI over the Samsung GX-1L
RX100 VI | GX-1L | |||
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Revealed | June 2018 | February 2006 | More recent by 149 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 210k | Clearer screen (+1019k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1L and Sony RX100 VI
GX-1L | RX100 VI | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus |
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony RX100 VI Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-1L has outside dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) while the Sony RX100 VI has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") along with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).
Check the Samsung GX-1L versus Sony RX100 VI in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the GX-1L versus the RX100 VI.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-1L and RX100 VI is 69 and 88 respectively.
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony RX100 VI Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-1L and RX100 VI.
Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GX-1L using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony RX100 VI will give you more detail because of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older GX-1L is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Samsung GX-1L vs Sony RX100 VI Specifications
Samsung GX-1L | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung GX-1L | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2006-02-24 | 2018-06-05 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 5 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-200mm (8.3x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 8cm |
Total lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 210k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 24.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.50 m | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/180s | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 570 gr (1.26 pounds) | 301 gr (0.66 pounds) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 240 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $0 | $1,198 |