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Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung ST150F

Portability
96
Imaging
38
Features
35
Overall
36
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS front
 
Samsung ST150F front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
30
Overall
35

Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs

Canon A3400 IS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 126g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
  • Introduced February 2012
Samsung ST150F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
  • 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
  • Introduced January 2013
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Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung ST150F Overview

Below is a complete review of the Canon A3400 IS versus Samsung ST150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A3400 IS was released 11 months before the ST150F so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the A3400 IS matches up vs the ST150F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Samsung ST150F

 A3400 IS ST150F 
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Canon A3400 IS

 ST150F A3400 IS 
IntroducedJanuary 2013February 2012More recent by 11 months

Common features in the Canon A3400 IS and Samsung ST150F

 A3400 IS ST150F 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display size
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A3400 IS features physical measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung ST150F has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Canon A3400 IS versus Samsung ST150F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the A3400 IS vs the ST150F.

Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung ST150F size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A3400 IS and ST150F is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung ST150F top view buttons comparison

Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A3400 IS and ST150F.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you will want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older A3400 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung ST150F sensor size comparison

Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung ST150F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A3400 IS as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung ST150F as a Portrait photography camera
34
decent MP (16MP)
has face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
34
MP count good (16 megapixels)
supports face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon A3400 IS Street photography features
Samsung ST150F Street photography features
67
image stabilization (Optical)
supports focus by touch
lighter than average in class (126g)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
56
lighter than competitors (114 grams)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Canon A3400 IS Sports photography info
Samsung ST150F Sports photography info
37
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (180 per charge)
no phase detect AF
36
MP count good (16MP)
supports tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon A3400 IS Travel photography details
Samsung ST150F Travel photography details
68
lighter than average in class (126g)
supports focus by touch
decent MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse recording
bad battery pack (180 shots)
does not have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
69
lighter than competitors (114g)
MP count good (16MP)
flash built-in
fairly wide (25mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
doesn't have selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A3400 IS Landscape photography factors
Samsung ST150F Landscape photography factors
41
rather wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
no manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
bad battery pack (180 CIPA)
missing Timelapse recording
38
fairly wide (25mm)
good sized screen (3")
MP count good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.5)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A3400 IS as a Vlogging camera
Samsung ST150F as a Vlogging camera
34
rather wide (28mm)
touchscreen capability
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
lighter than average in class (126g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone jack
30
fairly wide (25mm)
supports face detect autofocus
lighter than competitors (114g)
slow max aperture (f2.5)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic jack
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Canon A3400 IS vs Samsung ST150F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A3400 IS and Samsung ST150F
 Canon PowerShot A3400 ISSamsung ST150F
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Samsung
Model Canon PowerShot A3400 IS Samsung ST150F
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2012-02-07 2013-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
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)
Largest aperture f/2.8-6.9 f/2.5-6.3
Macro focus range 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology - QVGA TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 seconds 1 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (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 data format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 126g (0.28 pounds) 114g (0.25 pounds)
Dimensions 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 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 life 180 images -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model NB-11L -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC
Storage slots One One
Price at launch $230 $300