Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung GX-10

Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX400 IS and Samsung GX-10, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and GX-10 (10MP) and the SX400 IS (1/2.3") and GX-10 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX400 IS was revealed 7 years later than the GX-10 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX400 IS scores against the GX-10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Samsung GX-10. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Samsung GX-10 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX400 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Samsung GX-10 has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX400 IS and Samsung GX-10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX400 IS and the GX-10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and GX-10 is 81 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and GX-10.

As you can see, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX400 IS using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Canon SX400 IS will show more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher SX400 IS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.