Canon 1D X III vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
50 Imaging
73 Features
85 Overall
77


90 Imaging
40 Features
60 Overall
48
Canon 1D X III vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Expand to 819200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 5472 x 2886 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1440g - 158 x 168 x 83mm
- Released January 2020
- Succeeded the Canon 1D X II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Released January 2014

Canon 1D X III vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Canon 1D X III vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the 1D X III (20MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the 1D X III (Full frame) and Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

The 1D X III was announced 6 years after the Galaxy Camera 2 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1D X III being a Large SLR camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the 1D X III grades vs the Galaxy Camera 2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 1D X III vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D X Mark III and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are available at Canon 1D X III Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D X III over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
1D X III | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Released | January 2020 | ![]() | January 2014 | Newer by 74 months |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1037k | Sharper display (+1063k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Canon 1D X III
Galaxy Camera 2 | 1D X III | |||
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Display sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 3.2" | Larger display (+1.6") |
Common features in the Canon 1D X III and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
1D X III | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon 1D X III vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D X III has got exterior measurements of 158mm x 168mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 1440 grams (3.17 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check the Canon 1D X III vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the 1D X III versus the Galaxy Camera 2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1D X III and Galaxy Camera 2 is 50 and 90 respectively.

Canon 1D X III vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 1D X III and Galaxy Camera 2.
Clearly, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1D X III using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon 1D X III will resolve greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger 1D X III is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

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Canon 1D X III vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Canon EOS-1D X Mark III | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon EOS-1D X Mark III | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Category | Pro DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2020-01-07 | 2014-01-02 |
Body design | Large SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic X | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 819200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 191 | - |
Cross type focus points | 155 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Number of lenses | 250 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inch | 4.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 2,100 thousand dot | 1,037 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 20.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.80 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 5472 X 2886 (60p, 30p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 50p, 25p, 24p, 23.98p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 5472x2886 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1440 gr (3.17 pounds) | 283 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 158 x 168 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.6" x 3.3") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 2850 photographs | 400 photographs |
Battery format | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Dual CFexpress type B | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Launch cost | $6,499 | $400 |