Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Samsung ST95

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon ELPH 350 HS versus Samsung ST95, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the ELPH 350 HS (20MP) and ST95 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 350 HS was introduced 4 years later than the ST95 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ELPH 350 HS matches up versus the ST95 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 350 HS and Samsung ST95. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 350 HS Gallery and Samsung ST95 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 350 HS has got outside dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Samsung ST95 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 350 HS and the ST95.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 350 HS and ST95 is 95 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The graphic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 350 HS and ST95.

All in all, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon ELPH 350 HS to deliver more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer ELPH 350 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.