Samsung GX-1L vs Sony W320
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Samsung GX-1L vs Sony W320 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Announced February 2006
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 93 x 52 x 17mm
- Released January 2010

Samsung GX-1L vs Sony W320 Overview
Following is a comprehensive review of the Samsung GX-1L vs Sony W320, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and W320 (14MP) and the GX-1L (APS-C) and W320 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

The GX-1L was announced 4 years prior to the W320 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the GX-1L matches up versus the W320 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung GX-1L vs Sony W320 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1L & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1L Gallery & Sony W320 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Sony W320
GX-1L | W320 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W320 over the Samsung GX-1L
W320 | GX-1L | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2006 | More modern by 47 months |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 210k | Clearer screen (+20k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1L and Sony W320
GX-1L | W320 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Samsung GX-1L vs Sony W320 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Samsung GX-1L provides exterior measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) whilst the Sony W320 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung GX-1L vs Sony W320 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the GX-1L vs the W320.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX-1L and W320 is 69 and 97 respectively.

Samsung GX-1L vs Sony W320 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-1L and W320.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GX-1L having a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Sony W320 will produce more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged GX-1L will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung GX-1L vs Sony W320 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung GX-1L vs Sony W320 Specifications
Samsung GX-1L | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung GX-1L | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2006-02-24 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 5 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | - | 4cm |
Total lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 210k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 96 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.50 m | 4.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 640x480 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 570g (1.26 lb) | 117g (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 93 x 52 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | 4 x AA | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC card | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $0 | $269 |