Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung ST90
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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung ST90 Key Specs
(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
- Released February 2011
- Additionally Known as IXUS 115 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Announced January 2011

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung ST90 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ELPH 100 HS was brought out at a similar time to the ST90 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ELPH 100 HS scores versus the ST90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung ST90 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Samsung ST90. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 100 HS over the Samsung ST90
ELPH 100 HS | ST90 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Canon ELPH 100 HS
ST90 | ELPH 100 HS | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Samsung ST90
ELPH 100 HS | ST90 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 100 HS has got physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung ST90 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Contrast the Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung ST90 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 100 HS compared to the ST90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 100 HS and ST90 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 100 HS and ST90.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung ST90 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively.

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Samsung ST90 Specifications
Canon ELPH 100 HS | Samsung ST90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon ELPH 100 HS | Samsung ST90 |
Also called as | IXUS 115 HS | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-02-07 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 data format | H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140 grams (0.31 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 230 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-4L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $194 | $150 |