Samsung GX-1S vs Sony a1

The following is a extensive review of the Samsung GX-1S vs Sony a1, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and a1 (50MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and a1 (Full frame) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The GX-1S was launched 16 years before the a1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the GX-1S grades versus the a1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1S & Sony Alpha a1. The complete galleries are available at Samsung GX-1S Gallery & Sony a1 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-1S has got external 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) whilst the Sony a1 has measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the GX-1S versus the a1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1S and a1 is 68 and 61 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-1S and a1.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GX-1S because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony a1 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 44 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S will be behind in sensor innovation.