Canon SX30 IS vs Samsung GX-10

Below is a thorough analysis of the Canon SX30 IS and Samsung GX-10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the SX30 IS (14MP) and GX-10 (10MP) and the SX30 IS (1/2.3") and GX-10 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX30 IS was released 4 years later than the GX-10 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX30 IS grades against the GX-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS & Samsung GX-10. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX30 IS Gallery & Samsung GX-10 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX30 IS comes with outer dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Samsung GX-10 has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX30 IS and Samsung GX-10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX30 IS compared to the GX-10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX30 IS and GX-10 is 64 and 59 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX30 IS and GX-10.

Clearly, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX30 IS due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Canon SX30 IS will give extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX30 IS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.