Canon 5D MIII vs Samsung GX-10
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Canon 5D MIII vs Samsung GX-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 22MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 950g - 152 x 116 x 76mm
- Revealed May 2012
- Old Model is Canon 5D MII
- Renewed by Canon 5D MIV
(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
- Revealed September 2006
- Newer Model is Samsung GX-20

Canon 5D MIII vs Samsung GX-10 Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Canon 5D MIII vs Samsung GX-10, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 5D MIII (22MP) and GX-10 (10MP) and the 5D MIII (Full frame) and GX-10 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

The 5D MIII was announced 5 years later than the GX-10 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the 5D MIII matches up against the GX-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 5D MIII vs Samsung GX-10 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 5D Mark III & Samsung GX-10. The whole galleries are available at Canon 5D MIII Gallery & Samsung GX-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 5D MIII over the Samsung GX-10
5D MIII | GX-10 | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | ![]() | September 2006 | More recent by 69 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 210k | Clearer display (+830k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Canon 5D MIII
GX-10 | 5D MIII |
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Common features in the Canon 5D MIII and Samsung GX-10
5D MIII | GX-10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Canon 5D MIII vs Samsung GX-10 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon 5D MIII features outer measurements of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") and a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-10 has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).
See the Canon 5D MIII vs Samsung GX-10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the 5D MIII compared to the GX-10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 5D MIII and GX-10 is 55 and 59 respectively.

Canon 5D MIII vs Samsung GX-10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 5D MIII and GX-10.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 5D MIII having a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Canon 5D MIII will give you more detail with its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer 5D MIII will have an advantage in sensor technology.

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Canon 5D MIII vs Samsung GX-10 Specifications
Canon EOS 5D Mark III | Samsung GX-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon EOS 5D Mark III | Samsung GX-10 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2012-05-22 | 2006-09-21 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 22MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 5760 x 3840 | 3872 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 61 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 250 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 210 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 950 gr (2.09 pounds) | 793 gr (1.75 pounds) |
Dimensions | 152 x 116 x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 81 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2293 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 950 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LP-E6 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash Type I (UDMA compatible), SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Price at launch | $2,780 | $850 |