Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung NX11
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Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung NX11 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Introduced January 2006
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Announced December 2010
- Superseded the Samsung NX10
- New Model is Samsung NX20
Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung NX11 Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Samsung GX-1S versus Samsung NX11, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and NX11 (15MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe GX-1S was launched 6 years before the NX11 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the GX-1S scores against the NX11 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung NX11 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1S and Samsung NX11. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Samsung NX11
GX-1S | NX11 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX11 over the Samsung GX-1S
NX11 | GX-1S | |||
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Announced | December 2010 | January 2006 | More modern by 60 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 614k | 210k | Sharper screen (+404k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-1S and Samsung NX11
GX-1S | NX11 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung NX11 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-1S comes with outside dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) and the Samsung NX11 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung GX-1S versus Samsung NX11 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the GX-1S versus the NX11.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1S and NX11 is 68 and 80 respectively.
Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung NX11 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-1S and NX11.
All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung NX11 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung NX11 Specifications
Samsung GX-1S | Samsung NX11 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung GX-1S | Samsung NX11 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2006-01-16 | 2010-12-28 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | DRIM Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6MP | 15MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 151 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 210 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 11.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 605 grams (1.33 pounds) | 499 grams (1.10 pounds) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 553 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC card | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $850 | $626 |