Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma SD10
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Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma SD10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Revealed January 2006
(Full Review)
- 3MP - APS-C Sensor
- 1.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 800 (Bump to 1600)
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
- Released March 2004
- Superseded the Sigma SD9
- Refreshed by Sigma SD14

Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma SD10 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma SD10, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Samsung and Sigma. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and SD10 (3MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The GX-1S was released 23 months after the SD10 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the GX-1S grades vs the SD10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma SD10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1S and Sigma SD10. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Sigma SD10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Sigma SD10
GX-1S | SD10 | |||
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Released | January 2006 | ![]() | March 2004 | More modern by 23 months |
Screen dimension | 2.5" | ![]() | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 210k | ![]() | 130k | Sharper screen (+80k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma SD10 over the Samsung GX-1S
SD10 | GX-1S |
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Common features in the Samsung GX-1S and Sigma SD10
GX-1S | SD10 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma SD10 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-1S comes with physical dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) while the Sigma SD10 has proportions of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).
Check the Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma SD10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the GX-1S versus the SD10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1S and SD10 is 68 and 54 respectively.

Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma SD10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The image here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-1S and SD10.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung GX-1S to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger GX-1S will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma SD10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung GX-1S vs Sigma SD10 Specifications
Samsung GX-1S | Sigma SD10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Sigma |
Model | Samsung GX-1S | Sigma SD10 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2006-01-16 | 2004-03-19 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 369.0mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 3 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 2268 x 1512 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF | 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 inches | 1.8 inches |
Display resolution | 210k dots | 130k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 98 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.77x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 605g (1.33 pounds) | 950g (2.09 pounds) |
Dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC card | Compact Flash Type I or II |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $850 | $198 |