Canon 30D vs Samsung GX-10
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Canon 30D vs Samsung GX-10 Key Specs
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- 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
- Updated by Samsung GX-20
Canon 30D vs Samsung GX-10 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon 30D and Samsung GX-10, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the 30D (8MP) and the GX-10 (10MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 30D was unveiled 5 months before the GX-10 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the 30D matches up versus the GX-10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon 30D vs Samsung GX-10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 30D and Samsung GX-10. The full galleries are available at Canon 30D Gallery and Samsung GX-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 30D over the Samsung GX-10
30D | GX-10 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 210k | Sharper display (+20k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Canon 30D
GX-10 | 30D |
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Common features in the Canon 30D and Samsung GX-10
30D | GX-10 | |||
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Introduced | April 2006 | September 2006 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.5" | 2.5" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Canon 30D vs Samsung GX-10 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 30D has physical dimensions of 144mm x 106mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.9") with a weight of 784 grams (1.73 lbs) and the Samsung GX-10 has specifications of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).
See the Canon 30D and Samsung GX-10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 30D compared to the GX-10.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 30D and GX-10 is 58 and 59 respectively.
Canon 30D vs Samsung GX-10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 30D and GX-10.
Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung GX-10 to give you extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.
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Canon 30D vs Samsung GX-10 Specifications
Canon EOS 30D | Samsung GX-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon EOS 30D | Samsung GX-10 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2006-04-04 | 2006-09-21 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 337.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 326 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 784 gr (1.73 lbs) | 793 gr (1.75 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 106 x 74mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.9") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 59 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 736 | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $773 | $850 |