Samsung GX-1L vs Sony RX1R II

Its time to examine more in depth at the Samsung GX-1L vs Sony RX1R II, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and RX1R II (42MP) and the GX-1L (APS-C) and RX1R II (Full frame) come with totally different sensor size.

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The GX-1L was launched 10 years earlier than the RX1R II which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the GX-1L grades vs the RX1R II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-1L & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1L Gallery & Sony RX1R II Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-1L features exterior 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) while the Sony RX1R II has sizing of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the GX-1L against the RX1R II.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GX-1L and RX1R II is 69 and 78 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-1L and RX1R II.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GX-1L due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX1R II will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 36 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GX-1L will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.