Canon 10D vs Samsung GX-10
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Canon 10D vs Samsung GX-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 875g - 150 x 107 x 75mm
- Revealed March 2003
- Replacement is Canon 20D
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 793g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced September 2006
- New Model is Samsung GX-20

Canon 10D vs Samsung GX-10 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Canon 10D and Samsung GX-10, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the 10D (6MP) and GX-10 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The 10D was manufactured 4 years prior to the GX-10 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the 10D grades against the GX-10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 10D vs Samsung GX-10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 10D & Samsung GX-10. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 10D Gallery & Samsung GX-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 10D over the Samsung GX-10
10D | GX-10 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Canon 10D
GX-10 | 10D | |||
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Introduced | September 2006 | ![]() | March 2003 | Newer by 42 months |
Display dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | 1.8" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 210k | ![]() | 118k | Crisper display (+92k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 10D and Samsung GX-10
10D | GX-10 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon 10D vs Samsung GX-10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon 10D offers exterior dimensions of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 875 grams (1.93 lbs) and the Samsung GX-10 has sizing of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).
Examine the Canon 10D and Samsung GX-10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the 10D compared to the GX-10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 10D and GX-10 is 56 and 59 respectively.

Canon 10D vs Samsung GX-10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 10D and GX-10.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung GX-10 to show more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged 10D will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon 10D vs Samsung GX-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 10D vs Samsung GX-10 Specifications
Canon EOS 10D | Samsung GX-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon EOS 10D | Samsung GX-10 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2003-03-31 | 2006-09-21 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.7 x 15.1mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 342.8mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3072 x 2048 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 7 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 250 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 1.8 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 118k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 875g (1.93 lbs) | 793g (1.75 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 150 x 107 x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 57 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 571 | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $1,900 | $850 |