Canon S90 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

Here is a in depth analysis of the Canon S90 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the S90 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the S90 (1/1.7") and Galaxy Camera (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The S90 was brought out 3 years prior to the Galaxy Camera and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the S90 grades against the Galaxy Camera with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S90 and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The entire galleries are provided at Canon S90 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon S90 has got external dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Contrast the Canon S90 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S90 versus the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S90 and Galaxy Camera is 92 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S90 and Galaxy Camera.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S90 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Samsung Galaxy Camera will show greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older S90 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.