Canon 30D vs Samsung GX-10
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Canon 30D vs Samsung GX-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
(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
- 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).

The 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.

Canon 30D vs Samsung GX-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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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 |