Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung Galaxy NX
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Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung Galaxy NX 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
- Revealed September 2006
- Replacement is Samsung GX-20
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Announced June 2013

Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung Galaxy NX, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

The GX-10 was released 7 years earlier than the Galaxy NX and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the GX-10 grades against the Galaxy NX with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-10 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The complete galleries are available at Samsung GX-10 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
GX-10 | Galaxy NX |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Samsung GX-10
Galaxy NX | GX-10 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | September 2006 | Fresher by 82 months |
Display size | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+2.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 210k | Sharper display (+712k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung GX-10 and Samsung Galaxy NX
GX-10 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Samsung GX-10 has got physical measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy NX has specifications of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
Look at the Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung Galaxy NX in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the GX-10 vs the Galaxy NX.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-10 and Galaxy NX is 59 and 82 respectively.

Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GX-10 and Galaxy NX.
Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy NX to provide more detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The older GX-10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
Samsung GX-10 | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Samsung |
Model | Samsung GX-10 | Samsung Galaxy NX |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2006-09-21 | 2013-06-20 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 151 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 4.8 inches |
Screen resolution | 210 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | HD TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 793 grams (1.75 lbs) | 495 grams (1.09 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
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 | - | 440 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $850 | $1,300 |