Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TX1

In this article, we are reviewing the Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TX1, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the GX-1L (APS-C) and TX1 (1/2.4") use different sensor sizes.

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The GX-1L was announced 4 years earlier than the TX1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the GX-1L matches up against the TX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-1L and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1L Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-1L has physical dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) whilst the Sony TX1 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Samsung GX-1L vs Sony TX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the GX-1L and the TX1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1L and TX1 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-1L and TX1.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GX-1L having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony TX1 will provide more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged GX-1L will be behind with regard to sensor technology.