Canon G3 X vs Samsung SL30

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon G3 X and Samsung SL30, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the G3 X (20MP) and SL30 (10MP) and the G3 X (1") and SL30 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The G3 X was released 6 years after the SL30 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon G3 X being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL30 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the G3 X matches up versus the SL30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G3 X and Samsung SL30. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G3 X Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G3 X has got external measurements of 123mm x 77mm x 105mm (4.8" x 3.0" x 4.1") along with a weight of 733 grams (1.62 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL30 has proportions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the G3 X and the SL30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G3 X and SL30 is 60 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 X and SL30.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G3 X because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon G3 X will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern G3 X provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.