Canon N100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Canon N100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.7) lens
- 289g - 105 x 68 x 36mm
- Revealed January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Released February 2013
- Additionally referred to as Wi-Fi

Canon N100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Canon N100 and Samsung Galaxy Camera, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the N100 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the N100 (1/1.7") and Galaxy Camera (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

The N100 was manufactured 11 months after the Galaxy Camera so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the N100 grades vs the Galaxy Camera in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon N100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot N100 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon N100 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N100 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
N100 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2013 | More modern by 11 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Canon N100
Galaxy Camera | N100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Common features in the Canon N100 and Samsung Galaxy Camera
N100 | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 922k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon N100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon N100 provides outside measurements of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") having a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Analyze the Canon N100 and Samsung Galaxy Camera in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the N100 compared to the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the N100 and Galaxy Camera is 89 and 90 respectively.

Canon N100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The picture underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the N100 and Galaxy Camera.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The N100 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung Galaxy Camera will provide extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer N100 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Canon N100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon N100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Canon PowerShot N100 | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot N100 | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Also Known as | - | Wi-Fi |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-01-06 | 2013-02-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-5.7 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 4.8" |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 289 grams (0.64 lbs) | 300 grams (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 68 x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" 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 | 330 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-12L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $349 | $450 |