While the Samsung Digimax GX 1S is the smallest D-SLR on the market, it doesn’t feel too small, like the Canon Rebel XT / EOS 350D. Build quality is very good, not feeling cheap at all (again, like the Rebel XT). The large right hand grip makes the camera easy to hold, and the important controls are right where you’d expect them.
The GX-1S supports Pentax K-AF lenses (Samsung has put their name on a few of them), which isn’t surprising, as this camera is the Pentax *ist DS2. The camera has a large, high resolution LCD display plus an LCD info display on top of the camera. Unfortunately, this latter LCD lacks a backlight, making it impossible to see in low light. The optical viewfinder is large and bright, and it shows 95% of the frame.
Being a digital SLR, all kinds of add-ons are available, and you can use accessories from both Pentax and Samsung. The GX-1S also gets points for being one of the few D-SLRs that uses AA batteries.
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Overall, the Samsung Digimax GX 1S delivers perfectly acceptable prints for its target market.
It has a 6.1-megapixel sensor that delivers up to 3,008-by-2,008-pixel images. The camera is compatible with all Pentax KAF mount lenses as well as Schneider’s D-Xenon series lenses. I tested the camera with its included lens kit-a Schneider f/3.5-5.6 18-55mm with a 28-84mm, 35mm equivalent focal length.
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At this budget price point, the Samsung Digimax GX 1S packs a lot of features into a compact body.
I was impressed by the inclusion of an 11-area autofocus system, which works well, locking onto most subjects quickly and precisely. I was less impressed by the level of noise produced at high ISO settings.
It is certainly not class leading performance, although images taken at these settings are still very usable.
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The Samsung Digimax GX 1S is a little expensive when compared with competitors such as the Canon Digital Rebel XT, considering that the Rebel XT offers more controls, better image quality, and a larger selection of lenses.
As with any digital SLR, it’s best to get your hands on the GX-1S before making a decision. Its small size and thoughtful design may make it your obvious first choice.
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