Canon SX10 IS vs Samsung NX2000

In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon SX10 IS versus Samsung NX2000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the SX10 IS (10MP) and NX2000 (20MP) and the SX10 IS (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX10 IS was released 5 years earlier than the NX2000 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX10 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the SX10 IS matches up against the NX2000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS and Samsung NX2000. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX10 IS Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX10 IS offers outer measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX2000 has measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX10 IS versus Samsung NX2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SX10 IS compared to the NX2000.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX10 IS and NX2000 is 65 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The image here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX10 IS and NX2000.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX10 IS due to its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX2000 will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged SX10 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.