Samsung GX-1L vs Sony A55

In this article, we will be comparing the Samsung GX-1L and Sony A55, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and A55 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The GX-1L was brought out 5 years before the A55 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the GX-1L grades vs the A55 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1L & Sony SLT-A55. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1L Gallery & Sony A55 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-1L comes with external 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 A55 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Compare the Samsung GX-1L and Sony A55 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the GX-1L vs the A55.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-1L and A55 is 69 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The image below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-1L and A55.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony A55 to provide you with more detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged GX-1L will be behind in sensor technology.