Canon SX50 HS vs Samsung GX-10

On this page, we are evaluating the Canon SX50 HS versus Samsung GX-10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the GX-10 (10MP) is very close but the SX50 HS (1/2.3") and GX-10 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX50 HS was launched 6 years after the GX-10 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX50 HS grades vs the GX-10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and Samsung GX-10. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and Samsung GX-10 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX50 HS features outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Samsung GX-10 has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

See the Canon SX50 HS versus Samsung GX-10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX50 HS vs the GX-10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX50 HS and GX-10 is 65 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The picture below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX50 HS and GX-10.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX50 HS because of its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Canon SX50 HS will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The fresher SX50 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.