Samsung GX-1L vs Sony W510

In this article, we will be reviewing the Samsung GX-1L vs Sony W510, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and W510 (12MP) and the GX-1L (APS-C) and W510 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX-1L was brought out 5 years before the W510 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the GX-1L matches up against the W510 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1L and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1L Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-1L features physical measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) and the Sony W510 has sizing of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Samsung GX-1L vs Sony W510 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the GX-1L versus the W510.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GX-1L and W510 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The pic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-1L and W510.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GX-1L featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony W510 will show more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged GX-1L will be behind in sensor tech.