Canon S110 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Canon S110 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 198g - 99 x 59 x 27mm
- Launched September 2012
- Earlier Model is Canon S100
- Replacement is Canon S120
(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
- Revealed August 2012

Canon S110 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Canon S110 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S110 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the S110 (1/1.7") and Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

The S110 was revealed within a month of the Galaxy Camera 4G and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S110 grades versus the Galaxy Camera 4G with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon S110 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S110 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The full galleries are provided at Canon S110 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S110 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
S110 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Canon S110
Galaxy Camera 4G | S110 | |||
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Display dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Common features in the Canon S110 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
S110 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Revealed | September 2012 | ![]() | August 2012 | Similar generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon S110 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon S110 enjoys outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Analyze the Canon S110 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the S110 compared to the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S110 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 93 and 90 respectively.

Canon S110 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S110 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
As you can see, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S110 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G will offer extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.

Canon S110 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S110 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Canon PowerShot S110 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot S110 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-09-17 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 5 | 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 surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | - |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 4.8" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
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 | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 198 grams (0.44 pounds) | 305 grams (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 48 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 168 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $299 | $550 |