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Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TF1

Portability
69
Imaging
44
Features
36
Overall
40
Samsung GX-1L front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
40
Features
34
Overall
37

Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TF1 Key Specs

Samsung GX-1L
(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
Sony TF1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
  • 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
  • Launched June 2013
Photography Glossary

Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TF1 Overview

Below, we will be evaluating the Samsung GX-1L versus Sony TF1, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the GX-1L (APS-C) and TF1 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX-1L was unveiled 8 years before the TF1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the GX-1L matches up versus the TF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Sony TF1

 GX-1L TF1 
Focus manually More precise focus

Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Samsung GX-1L

 TF1 GX-1L 
LaunchedJune 2013February 2006More modern by 89 months
Screen dimension2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution460k210kSharper screen (+250k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Samsung GX-1L and Sony TF1

 GX-1L TF1 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen

Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung GX-1L offers exterior dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung GX-1L versus Sony TF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the GX-1L versus the TF1.

Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TF1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1L and TF1 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TF1 top view buttons comparison

Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-1L and TF1.

As you can tell, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GX-1L with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony TF1 will render extra detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged GX-1L will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TF1 sensor size comparison

Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TF1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung GX-1L as a Portrait photography camera
Sony TF1 as a Portrait photography camera
50
manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
doesn't have liveview
low resolution (6MP)
35
MP count good (16MP)
has face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Samsung GX-1L Street photography information
Sony TF1 Street photography information
60
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
lighter than competition in class (570g)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
69
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes touch focus
environment proofing
lighter than competition in class (152g)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Samsung GX-1L Sports photography info
Sony TF1 Sports photography info
38
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports phase detect auto focus
doesn't have liveview
low frames per second (3.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
low resolution (6 megapixels)
42
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
environment proofing
low fps (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
bad battery power (240 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung GX-1L Travel photography details
Sony TF1 Travel photography details
52
lighter than competition in class (570g)
has built in flash
no Time Lapse mode
low resolution (6 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
69
lighter than competition in class (152 grams)
environment proofing
includes touch focus
MP count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
bad battery power (240 per charge)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung GX-1L Landscape photography details
Sony TF1 Landscape photography details
46
manual focus
switch lenses (Pentax KAF mount)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
doesn't have liveview
no image stabilization
low resolution (6 megapixels)
no Time Lapse mode
40
relatively wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
environment proofing
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
bad battery power (240 per charge)
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung GX-1L Vlogging highlights
Sony TF1 Vlogging highlights
9
no video shooting
33
relatively wide (25mm)
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect autofocus
lighter than competition in class (152g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.6)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic socket
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Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TF1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung GX-1L and Sony TF1
 Samsung GX-1LSony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Sony
Model Samsung GX-1L Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1
Class Advanced DSLR Waterproof
Introduced 2006-02-24 2013-06-21
Physical type Mid-size SLR Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.7mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 369.0mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 3008 x 2008 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 5 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount Pentax KAF fixed lens
Lens focal range - 25-100mm (4.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.6-4.7
Macro focus range - 1cm
Available lenses 151 -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 210 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentamirror) None
Viewfinder coverage 96% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.57x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 2 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 3.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 7.50 m 3.90 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions - 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution None 1280x720
Video file format - Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 570 gr (1.26 pounds) 152 gr (0.34 pounds)
Dimensions 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" 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 life - 240 pictures
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model 4 x AA NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 12 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/MMC card SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $0 $266