The Samsung GX 1L digital SLR was designed with entry level DSLR users in mind. It features a host of automatic functions including Auto Sensitivity, Auto Picture Mode, and a newly designed operation system. This, combined with its full range of advanced manual functions, make the GX 1L perfect for the beginning through advanced DSLR user.

For exceptional image quality and control, the GX 1L has a five point, wide area autofocus system, with a choice of AF single or AF continuous, providing accurate autofocusing in a variety of shooting conditions. The GX 1L also incorporates a high precision, three mode metering system including 16 segment multi pattern metering, center weighted metering, and spot metering. For additional control and creativity, users can choose from eight scene modes including Kids, Pets, Candlelight, Museum, Night Scene, Surf and Snow, Text, and Sunset, as well as several White Balance settings.

As with many high end Samsung camera models, the GX 1L was developed for use with Schneider optics. The GX 1L uses the Schneider D Xenon 18 55mm lens and will be available as a body only or bundled with the D Xenon lens as a kit. For added convenience the GX 1L can be used with many Pentax DSLR lenses and KAF2 and KAF mount lenses.

Designed for easy use, the GX 1L includes a host of automatic operations including an innovative Auto Picture mode that automatically selects the appropriate picture mode from Standard, Landscape, Macro, or Action depending on the subject. When in Auto Sensitivity mode, the GX 1L automatically selects the camera's sensitivity including brightness and focal length to help reduce camera shake and ensure a steady, clear image. And, for easy selection, all major functions can be accessed from the large, easy to read mode dial.

The Samsung GX 1L includes a high speed consecutive shooting mode of up to 2.8 frames per second for up to eight frames in JPEG shooting and up to five frames per second when shooting in RAW mode, allowing the user to capture a series of the subject's action or movement.

Designed to enable easy viewing of images in all lighting conditions, the GX 1L features a large, 2.5 inch LCD monitor (210,000 pixels) and a bright, high magnification pentaprism viewfinder offering a 96 percent field view.

The GX 1L features a compact, lightweight body measuring just 4.9 x 3.6 x 2.6 inches and weighing 16 ounces perfect for on the go shooting. The Samsung GX 1L can also be powered by four AA size Lithium, Ni MH, or CR V3 batteries.