Canon 170 IS vs Samsung ST100

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon 170 IS versus Samsung ST100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the 170 IS (20MP) and ST100 (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The 170 IS was unveiled 5 years after the ST100 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 170 IS matches up versus the ST100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS & Samsung ST100. The full galleries are provided at Canon 170 IS Gallery & Samsung ST100 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 170 IS comes with external dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Samsung ST100 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the 170 IS and the ST100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 170 IS and ST100 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 170 IS and ST100.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon 170 IS to give greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent 170 IS will have an advantage in sensor tech.