Canon G15 vs Samsung NX100
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Canon G15 vs Samsung NX100 Key Specs
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Revealed September 2010
- Replacement is Samsung NX200
Canon G15 vs Samsung NX100 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Canon G15 versus Samsung NX100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the G15 (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is pretty comparable but the G15 (1/1.7") and NX100 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe G15 was launched 2 years after the NX100 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon G15 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the G15 grades versus the NX100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon G15 vs Samsung NX100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G15 & Samsung NX100. The complete galleries are available at Canon G15 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G15 over the Samsung NX100
G15 | NX100 | |||
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Revealed | September 2012 | September 2010 | Newer by 25 months | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 614k | Sharper screen (+308k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Canon G15
NX100 | G15 |
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Common features in the Canon G15 and Samsung NX100
G15 | NX100 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon G15 vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon G15 offers outside dimensions of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") and a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX100 has sizing of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Examine the Canon G15 versus Samsung NX100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the G15 versus the NX100.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G15 and NX100 is 86 and 88 respectively.
Canon G15 vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The pic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G15 and NX100.
As you can tell, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G15 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX100 will show more detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher G15 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon G15 vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G15 | Samsung NX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot G15 | Samsung NX100 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2012-09-17 | 2010-09-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | DRIMe Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 922 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT PureColor II G LCD | VGA AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 352g (0.78 pounds) | 282g (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 76 x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 46 | 62 |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.9 | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | 10.7 |
DXO Low light score | 165 | 563 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 420 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-10L | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $499 | $386 |