Canon S100 vs Samsung SL30

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon S100 and Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S100 (12MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the S100 (1/1.7") and SL30 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The S100 was brought out 2 years after the SL30 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S100 matches up against the SL30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S100 & Samsung SL30. The entire galleries are available at Canon S100 Gallery & Samsung SL30 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon S100 has exterior measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL30 has sizing of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S100 and the SL30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S100 and SL30 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S100 and SL30.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S100 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon S100 will provide greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S100 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.