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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung SH100

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
33
Overall
34
Canon ELPH 100 HS front
 
Samsung SH100 front
Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung SH100 Key Specs

Canon ELPH 100 HS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 140g - 93 x 56 x 20mm
  • Launched February 2011
  • Alternative Name is IXUS 115 HS
Samsung SH100
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2011
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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung SH100 Overview

Following is a detailed assessment of the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 100 HS was brought out 2 months after the SH100 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the ELPH 100 HS grades vs the SH100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 100 HS over the Samsung SH100

 ELPH 100 HS SH100 

Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Canon ELPH 100 HS

 SH100 ELPH 100 HS 
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Samsung SH100

 ELPH 100 HS SH100 
LaunchedFebruary 2011January 2011Similar generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung SH100 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 100 HS comes with physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung SH100 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Samsung SH100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the ELPH 100 HS vs the SH100.

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung SH100 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 100 HS and SH100 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung SH100 top view buttons comparison

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung SH100 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The picture below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 100 HS and SH100.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung SH100 to offer you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively.

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung SH100 sensor size comparison

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung SH100 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung SH100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon ELPH 100 HS
Portrait photography with Samsung SH100
26
has face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
28
decent megapixels (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon ELPH 100 HS Street photography advice
Samsung SH100 Street photography advice
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
49
no moving screen
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
max ISO too low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Canon ELPH 100 HS Sports photography info
Samsung SH100 Sports photography info
31
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has tracking focus
max fps low (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
26
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon ELPH 100 HS Travel photography highlights
Samsung SH100 Travel photography highlights
58
built-in flash
quite wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
does not posses selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
71
decent megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
very good max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon ELPH 100 HS
Landscape photography with Samsung SH100
37
quite wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
manual exposure not possible
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
37
very good max aperture (f)
decent sized screen (3")
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no manual control
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
max ISO too low (0)
lacks RAW files
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon ELPH 100 HS
Vlogging with Samsung SH100
34
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not posses selfie friendly display
missing microphone support
33
very good max aperture (f)
touchscreen capability
comes with microphone port
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung SH100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon ELPH 100 HS and Samsung SH100
 Canon ELPH 100 HSSamsung SH100
General Information
Brand Name Canon Samsung
Model Canon ELPH 100 HS Samsung SH100
Also referred to as IXUS 115 HS -
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-02-07 2011-01-04
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4230 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 -
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 9 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) ()
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.9 -
Macro focus range 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech PureColor II G TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15s 8s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 3.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.50 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync -
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 140 grams (0.31 lbs) -
Dimensions 93 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7")
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 230 pictures -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model NB-4L -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus -
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $194 $200