Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are available at Canon SX10 IS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX10 IS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
SX10 IS | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Canon SX10 IS
Galaxy Camera 3G | SX10 IS | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 44 months |
Screen sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 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 |
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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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX10 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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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 |