Canon 20Da vs Samsung GX-20
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Canon 20Da vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 770g - 144 x 106 x 72mm
- Announced June 2005
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Revealed January 2008
- Old Model is Samsung GX-10

Canon 20Da vs Samsung GX-20 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Canon 20Da vs Samsung GX-20, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the 20Da (8MP) and GX-20 (15MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

The 20Da was brought out 3 years prior to the GX-20 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 20Da matches up versus the GX-20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 20Da vs Samsung GX-20 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 20Da and Samsung GX-20. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 20Da Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 20Da over the Samsung GX-20
20Da | GX-20 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Canon 20Da
GX-20 | 20Da | |||
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Revealed | January 2008 | ![]() | June 2005 | More modern by 32 months |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 1.8" | Larger display (+0.9") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 118k | Crisper display (+112k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 20Da and Samsung GX-20
20Da | GX-20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Canon 20Da vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon 20Da enjoys physical dimensions of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) while the Samsung GX-20 has specifications of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
See the Canon 20Da vs Samsung GX-20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the 20Da versus the GX-20.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 20Da and GX-20 is 59 and 58 respectively.

Canon 20Da vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The picture here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 20Da and GX-20.
All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung GX-20 to deliver greater detail having its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged 20Da is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon 20Da vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 20Da vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications
Canon EOS 20Da | Samsung GX-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon EOS 20Da | Samsung GX-20 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2005-06-01 | 2008-01-24 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 337.5mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8MP | 15MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 4688 x 3120 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 326 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 1.8 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 118k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 770g (1.70 lb) | 800g (1.76 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 714 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $1,499 | $850 |