Samsung GX-10 vs Sigma SD15
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Samsung GX-10 vs Sigma SD15 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
- Later Model is Samsung GX-20
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Previous Model is Sigma SD14

Samsung GX-10 vs Sigma SD15 Overview
The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Samsung GX-10 vs Sigma SD15, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Samsung and Sigma. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and SD15 (5MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

The GX-10 was launched 4 years before the SD15 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the GX-10 scores against the SD15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Samsung GX-10 vs Sigma SD15 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-10 and Sigma SD15. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-10 Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-10 over the Sigma SD15
GX-10 | SD15 |
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Reasons to pick Sigma SD15 over the Samsung GX-10
SD15 | GX-10 | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | ![]() | September 2006 | Newer by 41 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 210k | Crisper screen (+250k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung GX-10 and Sigma SD15
GX-10 | SD15 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Samsung GX-10 vs Sigma SD15 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-10 has exterior dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD15 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") having a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung GX-10 vs Sigma SD15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the GX-10 versus the SD15.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-10 and SD15 is 59 and 59 respectively.

Samsung GX-10 vs Sigma SD15 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-10 and SD15.
Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung GX-10 to render more detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged GX-10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung GX-10 vs Sigma SD15 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung GX-10 vs Sigma SD15 Specifications
Samsung GX-10 | Sigma SD15 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sigma |
Model type | Samsung GX-10 | Sigma SD15 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2006-09-21 | 2010-02-20 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 5MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 2640 x 1760 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | Sigma SA |
Amount of lenses | 151 | 76 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 210k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 793g (1.75 lb) | 750g (1.65 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $850 | $1,500 |