Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma SD1

Lets take a deeper look at the Samsung GX-1S and Sigma SD1, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Samsung and Sigma. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and SD1 (15MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The GX-1S was revealed 5 years prior to the SD1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the GX-1S grades against the SD1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1S and Sigma SD1. The full galleries are available at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-1S has exterior dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) while the Sigma SD1 has sizing of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Samsung GX-1S and Sigma SD1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the GX-1S compared to the SD1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1S and SD1 is 68 and 77 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The graphic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-1S and SD1.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sigma SD1 to give greater detail because of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older GX-1S is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.