Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung NX30

Below, we are matching up the Samsung GX-10 versus Samsung NX30, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both built by Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and NX30 (20MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The GX-10 was unveiled 8 years before the NX30 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the GX-10 scores vs the NX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-10 and Samsung NX30. The full galleries are provided at Samsung GX-10 Gallery and Samsung NX30 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Samsung GX-10 offers 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) while the Samsung NX30 has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung GX-10 versus Samsung NX30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the GX-10 and the NX30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the GX-10 and NX30 is 59 and 75 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-10 and NX30.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung NX30 to produce more detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GX-10 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.