Canon N100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Canon N100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.7) lens
- 289g - 105 x 68 x 36mm
- Announced 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 (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced August 2012

Canon N100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Canon N100 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the N100 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) and the N100 (1/1.7") and Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

The N100 was launched 17 months later than the Galaxy Camera 3G making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the N100 grades vs the Galaxy Camera 3G for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon N100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N100 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon N100 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N100 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
N100 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | August 2012 | More recent by 17 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+922k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Canon N100
Galaxy Camera 3G | N100 | |||
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Display size | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Common features in the Canon N100 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
N100 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon N100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon N100 offers exterior dimensions of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Compare the Canon N100 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the N100 and the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the N100 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 89 and 90 respectively.

Canon N100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the N100 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
Plainly, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The N100 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher N100 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon N100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon N100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Canon PowerShot N100 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot N100 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-01-06 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-5.7 | - |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | Optional | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 289 gr (0.64 lb) | 305 gr (0.67 lb) |
Physical 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 Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-12L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $349 | $606 |