Canon 10D vs Samsung ST90

Below, we are reviewing the Canon 10D and Samsung ST90, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the 10D (6MP) and ST90 (14MP) and the 10D (APS-C) and ST90 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The 10D was launched 8 years before the ST90 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon 10D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the 10D matches up against the ST90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 10D & Samsung ST90. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 10D Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 10D has outer measurements of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") with a weight of 875 grams (1.93 lbs) and the Samsung ST90 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 10D and Samsung ST90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the 10D and the ST90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 10D and ST90 is 56 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The image below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 10D and ST90.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 10D due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung ST90 will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 10D will be behind in sensor tech.