Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung SL820
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Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced September 2006
- Updated by Samsung GX-20
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Announced February 2009
- Additionally Known as IT100

Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung SL820 Overview
In this article, we are contrasting the Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung SL820, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GX-10 (10MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is fairly close but the GX-10 (APS-C) and SL820 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

The GX-10 was released 3 years prior to the SL820 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung SL820 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the GX-10 grades against the SL820 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung GX-10 & Samsung SL820. The complete galleries are available at Samsung GX-10 Gallery & Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Samsung SL820
GX-10 | SL820 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Samsung GX-10
SL820 | GX-10 | |||
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Announced | February 2009 | ![]() | September 2006 | Fresher by 29 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 210k | Crisper display (+20k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-10 and Samsung SL820
GX-10 | SL820 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung GX-10 features external 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 SL820 has dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung SL820 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the GX-10 compared to the SL820.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-10 and SL820 is 59 and 94 respectively.

Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The visual here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-10 and SL820.
Plainly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX-10 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung SL820 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older GX-10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung SL820 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
Samsung GX-10 | Samsung SL820 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung GX-10 | Samsung SL820 |
Also called as | - | IT100 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2006-09-21 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 210k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 793 grams (1.75 pounds) | 168 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $850 | $280 |