Canon D10 vs Samsung HZ10W

Here, we will be matching up the Canon D10 versus Samsung HZ10W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the HZ10W (10MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The D10 was unveiled 2 months after the HZ10W so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the D10 scores vs the HZ10W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D10 and Samsung HZ10W. The full galleries are viewable at Canon D10 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon D10 enjoys outer dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung HZ10W has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the D10 against the HZ10W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D10 and HZ10W is 89 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D10 and HZ10W.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon D10 to give you more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.