Samsung GX-1L vs Sony W290

The following is a extensive assessment of the Samsung GX-1L versus Sony W290, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and W290 (12MP) and the GX-1L (APS-C) and W290 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The GX-1L was announced 4 years before the W290 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W290 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the GX-1L grades vs the W290 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1L & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1L Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Samsung GX-1L provides physical 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 W290 has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Samsung GX-1L versus Sony W290 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the GX-1L vs the W290.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-1L and W290 is 69 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-1L and W290.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GX-1L with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony W290 will offer more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged GX-1L is going to be behind in sensor tech.