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Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Portability
65
Imaging
32
Features
39
Overall
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Canon PowerShot SX10 IS front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs

Canon SX10 IS
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 600g - 128 x 88 x 87mm
  • Introduced January 2009
  • Replacement is Canon SX20 IS
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Introduced August 2012
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Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview

In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the SX10 IS (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX10 IS was revealed 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX10 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX10 IS matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 3G with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX10 IS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 SX10 IS Galaxy Camera 3G 
Manual focus Dial accurate focus
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution230k0kClearer screen (+230k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Canon SX10 IS

 Galaxy Camera 3G SX10 IS 
IntroducedAugust 2012January 2009More modern by 44 months
Screen sizing4.8"2.5"Bigger screen (+2.3")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Canon SX10 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 SX10 IS Galaxy Camera 3G 

Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX10 IS enjoys physical measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SX10 IS compared to the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX10 IS and Galaxy Camera 3G is 65 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G top view buttons comparison

Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX10 IS and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to produce extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged SX10 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G sensor size comparison

Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX10 IS Portrait photography info
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Portrait photography info
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focusing manually
high flash sync (1/500 seconds)
comes with face detect focus
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
30
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SX10 IS as a Street photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Street photography camera
49
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Optical)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than competition in class (600g)
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (305 grams)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX10 IS Sports photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sports photography advice
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great zoom range (28-560mm 20.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
max fps very slow (1.0 frames/s)
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
44
great zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX10 IS as a Travel photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Travel photography camera
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has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
really wide (28mm)
great zoom (560mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (600 grams)
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
72
lighter than average (305 grams)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
relatively wide (23mm)
long zoom (481mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse mode
does not feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX10 IS Landscape photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Landscape photography advice
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focusing manually
really wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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relatively wide (23mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
big screen (4.8")
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
lack of manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX10 IS Vlogging factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Vlogging factors
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really wide (28mm)
display is selfie friendly
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focus
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of mic jack
heavier than competition in class (600 grams)
36
relatively wide (23mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than average (305g)
does not feature selfie friendly display
lack of external microphone jack
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Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX10 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
 Canon PowerShot SX10 ISSamsung Galaxy Camera 3G
General Information
Brand Name Canon Samsung
Model Canon PowerShot SX10 IS Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2009-01-15 2012-08-29
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 -
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-560mm (20.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.7 -
Macro focus distance 0cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5" 4.8"
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 0 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech - 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15s -
Fastest shutter speed 1/3200s -
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 5.20 m no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/500s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) 1920 x 1080
Max video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 600 gr (1.32 pounds) 305 gr (0.67 pounds)
Dimensions 128 x 88 x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec or custom) -
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC card micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $275 $606