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Canon A3200 IS vs Samsung ST150F

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34
Canon PowerShot A3200 IS front
 
Samsung ST150F front
Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
30
Overall
36

Canon A3200 IS vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs

Canon A3200 IS
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F) lens
  • 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
  • Revealed January 2011
Samsung ST150F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
  • 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
  • Released January 2013
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Canon A3200 IS vs Samsung ST150F Overview

The following is a complete comparison of the Canon A3200 IS and Samsung ST150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The A3200 IS was launched 24 months prior to the ST150F which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the A3200 IS matches up versus the ST150F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon A3200 IS over the Samsung ST150F

 A3200 IS ST150F 

Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Canon A3200 IS

 ST150F A3200 IS 
ReleasedJanuary 2013January 2011Newer by 24 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the Canon A3200 IS and Samsung ST150F

 A3200 IS ST150F 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Canon A3200 IS vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A3200 IS features outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung ST150F has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Canon A3200 IS and Samsung ST150F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the A3200 IS and the ST150F.

Canon A3200 IS vs Samsung ST150F size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A3200 IS and ST150F is 95 and 96 respectively.

Canon A3200 IS vs Samsung ST150F top view buttons comparison

Canon A3200 IS vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison

Often, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The picture here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3200 IS and ST150F.

As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung ST150F to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged A3200 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon A3200 IS vs Samsung ST150F sensor size comparison

Canon A3200 IS vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A3200 IS vs Samsung ST150F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A3200 IS as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung ST150F as a Portrait photography camera
33
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
supports face detect focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
35
resolution is good (16MP)
includes face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon A3200 IS
Street photography with Samsung ST150F
57
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
56
lighter than average (114g)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Canon A3200 IS Sports photography advice
Samsung ST150F Sports photography advice
39
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
max fps very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
36
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon A3200 IS as a Travel photography camera
Samsung ST150F as a Travel photography camera
72
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
69
lighter than average (114g)
resolution is good (16MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (25mm)
no Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon A3200 IS
Landscape photography with Samsung ST150F
42
rather wide (28mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
39
fairly wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A3200 IS as a Vlogging camera
Samsung ST150F as a Vlogging camera
34
rather wide (28mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone port
30
fairly wide (25mm)
includes face detect autofocus
lighter than average (114 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone socket
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Canon A3200 IS vs Samsung ST150F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A3200 IS and Samsung ST150F
 Canon PowerShot A3200 ISSamsung ST150F
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Samsung
Model Canon PowerShot A3200 IS Samsung ST150F
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-01-05 2013-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 9 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 25-125mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/2.5-6.3
Macro focus distance 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech - QVGA TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 seconds 1 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.00 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 149g (0.33 lb) 114g (0.25 lb)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" 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 model NB-8L -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $230 $300