Nikon D100 vs Samsung GX-10
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Nikon D100 vs Samsung GX-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 780g - 144 x 116 x 81mm
- Announced July 2002
- Replacement is Nikon D200
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 793g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Revealed September 2006
- Replacement is Samsung GX-20

Nikon D100 vs Samsung GX-10 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Nikon D100 vs Samsung GX-10, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the D100 (6MP) and GX-10 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

The D100 was introduced 5 years earlier than the GX-10 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the D100 scores against the GX-10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon D100 vs Samsung GX-10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D100 & Samsung GX-10. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D100 Gallery & Samsung GX-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D100 over the Samsung GX-10
D100 | GX-10 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Nikon D100
GX-10 | D100 | |||
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Revealed | September 2006 | ![]() | July 2002 | More recent by 50 months |
Display dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | 1.8" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 210k | ![]() | 118k | Crisper display (+92k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon D100 and Samsung GX-10
D100 | GX-10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon D100 vs Samsung GX-10 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon D100 enjoys outer measurements of 144mm x 116mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 780 grams (1.72 lbs) and the Samsung GX-10 has specifications of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).
Check out the Nikon D100 vs Samsung GX-10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the D100 versus the GX-10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D100 and GX-10 is 58 and 59 respectively.

Nikon D100 vs Samsung GX-10 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The visual underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the D100 and GX-10.
To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung GX-10 to result in extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The older D100 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Nikon D100 vs Samsung GX-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D100 vs Samsung GX-10 Specifications
Nikon D100 | Samsung GX-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon D100 | Samsung GX-10 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2002-07-26 | 2006-09-21 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.5mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 367.4mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 309 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 1.8 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 118k dots | 210k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 11.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 780 grams (1.72 pounds) | 793 grams (1.75 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 116 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.6" x 3.2") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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, 5, 2 or 100 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $170 | $850 |