Canon N vs Samsung HZ15W
93 Imaging
36 Features
33 Overall
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90 Imaging
34 Features
31 Overall
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Canon N vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Announced February 2009
- Additionally Known as WB550
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In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon N vs Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the N (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe N was launched 3 years later than the HZ15W and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the N grades against the HZ15W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot N and Samsung HZ15W. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon N Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N over the Samsung HZ15W
| N | HZ15W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2013 |  | February 2009 | More recent by 48 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Canon N
| HZ15W | N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon N and Samsung HZ15W
| N | HZ15W |
|---|
Canon N vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon N has outer measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Look at the Canon N vs Samsung HZ15W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the N and the HZ15W.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the N and HZ15W is 93 and 90 respectively.
Canon N vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the N and HZ15W.
As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger N provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon N vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
| Canon PowerShot N | Samsung HZ15W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Samsung |
| Model | Canon PowerShot N | Samsung HZ15W |
| Alternative name | - | WB550 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2009-02-23 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Digic 5 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 2248 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.8 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 461k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | PureColor II G touch | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 16 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 4.70 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 195 grams (0.43 lbs) | 249 grams (0.55 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 200 shots | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | NB-9L | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $299 | $330 |