Clicky

Canon 7D MII vs Samsung GX-10

Portability
55
Imaging
63
Features
80
Overall
69
Canon EOS 7D Mark II front
 
Samsung GX-10 front
Portability
59
Imaging
49
Features
43
Overall
46

Canon 7D MII vs Samsung GX-10 Key Specs

Canon 7D MII
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 16000 (Boost to 51200)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Canon EF/EF-S Mount
  • 910g - 149 x 112 x 78mm
  • Announced September 2014
  • Older Model is Canon 7D
Samsung GX-10
(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
  • Released September 2006
  • Refreshed by Samsung GX-20
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durability

Canon 7D MII vs Samsung GX-10 Overview

Below, we are contrasting the Canon 7D MII versus Samsung GX-10, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the 7D MII (20MP) and GX-10 (10MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth Filming

The 7D MII was revealed 8 years later than the GX-10 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the 7D MII scores versus the GX-10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuit
	
	

Reasons to pick Canon 7D MII over the Samsung GX-10

 7D MII GX-10 
ReleasedSeptember 2014September 2006More recent by 98 months
Display dimension3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1040k210kClearer display (+830k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Canon 7D MII

 GX-10 7D MII 

Common features in the Canon 7D MII and Samsung GX-10

 7D MII GX-10 
Manually focus Very accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Canon 7D MII vs Samsung GX-10 Physical Comparison

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 7D MII enjoys exterior measurements of 149mm x 112mm x 78mm (5.9" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-10 has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

Check out the Canon 7D MII versus Samsung GX-10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the 7D MII vs the GX-10.

Canon 7D MII vs Samsung GX-10 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7D MII and GX-10 is 55 and 59 respectively.

Canon 7D MII vs Samsung GX-10 top view buttons comparison

Canon 7D MII vs Samsung GX-10 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 7D MII and GX-10.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon 7D MII to give extra detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher 7D MII should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon 7D MII vs Samsung GX-10 sensor size comparison

Canon 7D MII vs Samsung GX-10 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 7D MII vs Samsung GX-10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI Legislation

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon 7D MII Portrait photography details
Samsung GX-10 Portrait photography details
77
focusing manually
MP count good (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
53
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
does not have liveview
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks Suggest

Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon 7D MII
Street photography with Samsung GX-10
58
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
environment proof
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
64
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
weather sealing
screen does not articulate
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To Cameras

Sports Comparison

Canon 7D MII Sports photography factors
Samsung GX-10 Sports photography factors
69
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
MP count good (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proof
supports phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery power (670 CIPA)
53
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
weather sealing
has phase detect AF
does not have liveview
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsApp

Travel Comparison

Canon 7D MII Travel photography information
Samsung GX-10 Travel photography information
58
environment proof
MP count good (20MP)
built-in flash
not so great battery power (670 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
49
weather sealing
flash built-in
does not have Timelapse function
megapixel count low (10MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's Dominance

Landscape Comparison

Canon 7D MII Landscape photography features
Samsung GX-10 Landscape photography features
70
focusing manually
switch lenses (Canon EF/EF-S mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
MP count good (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
environment proof
has double storage slots
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery power (670 per charge)
55
focusing manually
change lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
weather sealing
screen is somewhat small (2.5")
does not have liveview
megapixel count low (10MP)
does not have Timelapse function
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%

Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon 7D MII
Vlogging with Samsung GX-10
29
includes face detection focusing
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
comes with external mic port
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
9
can't record video
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or M

Canon 7D MII vs Samsung GX-10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 7D MII and Samsung GX-10
 Canon EOS 7D Mark IISamsung GX-10
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Samsung
Model type Canon EOS 7D Mark II Samsung GX-10
Category Advanced DSLR Advanced DSLR
Announced 2014-09-15 2006-09-21
Physical type Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Chip DIGIC 6 (dual) -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 22.4 x 15mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 336.0mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Maximum resolution 5472 x 3648 3872 x 2592
Maximum native ISO 16000 1600
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 65 11
Cross type focus points 65 -
Lens
Lens support Canon EF/EF-S Pentax KAF2
Amount of lenses 326 151
Crop factor 1.6 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 2.5"
Resolution of screen 1,040k dots 210k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 95 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.63x 0.64x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 10.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 12.00 m -
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/250 secs 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (59.94, 50. 29.97, 25, 24, 23.98 fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50, 29.97, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (29.97, 25 fps) -
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 None
Video format MPEG-4 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 910 grams (2.01 pounds) 793 grams (1.75 pounds)
Dimensions 149 x 112 x 78mm (5.9" x 4.4" x 3.1") 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 70 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 22.4 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 11.8 not tested
DXO Low light rating 1082 not tested
Other
Battery life 670 shots -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID LP-E6N -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type CompactFlash + SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/MMC/SDHC card
Card slots Dual One
Launch price $1,086 $850