Canon D10 vs Sony G3
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Canon D10 vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 190g - 104 x 67 x 49mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009

Canon D10 vs Sony G3 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Canon D10 versus Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The D10 was launched 6 months after the G3 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the D10 matches up against the G3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon D10 vs Sony G3 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot D10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The complete galleries are available at Canon D10 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D10 over the Sony G3
D10 | G3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Canon D10
G3 | D10 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+1") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon D10 and Sony G3
D10 | G3 | |||
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Revealed | July 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Canon D10 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon D10 comes with external measurements 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 Sony G3 has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon D10 versus Sony G3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the D10 versus the G3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D10 and G3 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Canon D10 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the D10 and G3.
Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon D10 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively.

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Canon D10 vs Sony G3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot D10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-07-01 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/5000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 190g (0.42 lb) | 185g (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 104 x 67 x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $299 | $200 |