Canon D30 vs Samsung GX-1S

The following is a thorough analysis of the Canon D30 and Samsung GX-1S, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the D30 (12MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the D30 (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The D30 was revealed 8 years after the GX-1S which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon D30 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the D30 matches up versus the GX-1S with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D30 and Samsung GX-1S. The full galleries are viewable at Canon D30 Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon D30 features outside measurements of 109mm x 68mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1S has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Check the Canon D30 and Samsung GX-1S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the D30 versus the GX-1S.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the D30 and GX-1S is 91 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The pic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the D30 and GX-1S.

All in all, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The D30 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Canon D30 will show greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer D30 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.