Samsung GX-1L vs Sony A65

On this page, we will be reviewing the Samsung GX-1L versus Sony A65, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the GX-1L (6MP) and A65 (24MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The GX-1L was unveiled 6 years earlier than the A65 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the GX-1L scores versus the A65 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1L and Sony SLT-A65. The full galleries are available at Samsung GX-1L Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung GX-1L has external 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 A65 has specifications of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung GX-1L versus Sony A65 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the GX-1L compared to the A65.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-1L and A65 is 69 and 64 respectively.

Normally, its hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The picture here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-1L and A65.

All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony A65 to deliver extra detail having an extra 18 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged GX-1L is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.