Canon 80D vs Samsung GX-1S
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Canon 80D vs Samsung GX-1S Key Specs
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- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Introduced January 2006

Canon 80D vs Samsung GX-1S Overview
The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon 80D vs Samsung GX-1S, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the 80D (24MP) and GX-1S (6MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The 80D was revealed 10 years after the GX-1S which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the 80D scores against the GX-1S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 80D vs Samsung GX-1S Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 80D and Samsung GX-1S. The full galleries are available at Canon 80D Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 80D over the Samsung GX-1S
80D | GX-1S | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | ![]() | January 2006 | Newer by 123 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 210k | Crisper screen (+830k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Canon 80D
GX-1S | 80D |
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Common features in the Canon 80D and Samsung GX-1S
80D | GX-1S | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Canon 80D vs Samsung GX-1S Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon 80D comes with exterior dimensions of 139mm x 105mm x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1S has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).
Look at the Canon 80D vs Samsung GX-1S in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the 80D versus the GX-1S.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 80D and GX-1S is 59 and 68 respectively.

Canon 80D vs Samsung GX-1S Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The image below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 80D and GX-1S.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon 80D to provide extra detail because of its extra 18 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern 80D provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon 80D vs Samsung GX-1S Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 80D vs Samsung GX-1S Specifications
Canon EOS 80D | Samsung GX-1S | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon EOS 80D | Samsung GX-1S |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2016-02-18 | 2006-01-16 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 337.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3008 x 2008 |
Maximum native ISO | 16000 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 45 | 11 |
Cross focus points | 45 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Pentax KAF |
Total lenses | 326 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 210k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.6x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 730g (1.61 lbs) | 605g (1.33 lbs) |
Dimensions | 139 x 105 x 79mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 3.1") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 79 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1135 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 960 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LP-E6N | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I support) | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $1,199 | $850 |