Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 793g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Released September 2006
- Newer Model is Samsung GX-20
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2014

Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
Here is a detailed overview of the Samsung GX-10 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the GX-10 (APS-C) and Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

The GX-10 was announced 8 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the GX-10 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-10 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-10 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
GX-10 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Samsung GX-10
Galaxy Camera 2 | GX-10 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | September 2006 | Fresher by 88 months |
Display size | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+2.3") |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 210k | Clearer display (+827k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung GX-10 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
GX-10 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-10 enjoys outside measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Look at the Samsung GX-10 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the GX-10 vs the Galaxy Camera 2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GX-10 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 59 and 90 respectively.

Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-10 and Galaxy Camera 2.
All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GX-10 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 will offer you greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older GX-10 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

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Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Samsung GX-10 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung GX-10 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2006-09-21 | 2014-01-02 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Available lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 4.8" |
Resolution of screen | 210k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 16 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 793 grams (1.75 lbs) | 283 grams (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 | ||
Battery life | - | 400 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/MMC/SDHC card | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $850 | $400 |