Canon N100 vs Samsung SL102
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Canon N100 vs Samsung SL102 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
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
- Additionally referred to as ES55

Canon N100 vs Samsung SL102 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon N100 and Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the N100 (12MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is pretty close but the N100 (1/1.7") and SL102 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

The N100 was unveiled 5 years after the SL102 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the N100 grades versus the SL102 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon N100 vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot N100 & Samsung SL102. The full galleries are provided at Canon N100 Gallery & Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N100 over the Samsung SL102
N100 | SL102 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 61 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Canon N100
SL102 | N100 |
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Common features in the Canon N100 and Samsung SL102
N100 | SL102 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon N100 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon N100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Samsung SL102 has dimensions of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Canon N100 and Samsung SL102 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the N100 versus the SL102.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the N100 and SL102 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Canon N100 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The image here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the N100 and SL102.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The N100 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon N100 will render extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher N100 will have an edge in sensor tech.

Canon N100 vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon N100 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Canon PowerShot N100 | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot N100 | Samsung SL102 |
Also referred to as | - | ES55 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-5.7 | - |
Macro focusing range | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 289 grams (0.64 lbs) | 116 grams (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 105 x 68 x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-12L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $349 | $130 |