Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TF1
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Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TF1 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)
- 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
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.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1L and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1L Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Sony TF1
GX-1L | TF1 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Samsung GX-1L
TF1 | GX-1L | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | February 2006 | More modern by 89 months | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 210k | Sharper screen (+250k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1L and Sony TF1
GX-1L | TF1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | 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.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.
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 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.
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Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Samsung GX-1L | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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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 |