Canon S95 vs Canon SX210 IS
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Canon S95 vs Canon SX210 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-105mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 195g - 100 x 58 x 30mm
- Launched November 2010
- Succeeded the Canon S90
- Replacement is Canon S100
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Introduced June 2010
- Older Model is Canon SX200 IS
- Refreshed by Canon SX230 HS

Canon S95 vs Canon SX210 IS Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon S95 vs Canon SX210 IS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Canon. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the S95 (10MP) and SX210 IS (14MP) and the S95 (1/1.7") and SX210 IS (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

The S95 was revealed 6 months later than the SX210 IS so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S95 grades against the SX210 IS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon S95 vs Canon SX210 IS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S95 and Canon PowerShot SX210 IS. The full galleries are available at Canon S95 Gallery and Canon SX210 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S95 over the Canon SX210 IS
S95 | SX210 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Canon S95
SX210 IS | S95 |
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Common features in the Canon S95 and Canon SX210 IS
S95 | SX210 IS | |||
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Introduced | November 2010 | ![]() | June 2010 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Canon S95 vs Canon SX210 IS Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon S95 has physical dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Canon SX210 IS has dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs).
Compare the Canon S95 vs Canon SX210 IS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S95 and the SX210 IS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S95 and SX210 IS is 93 and 90 respectively.

Canon S95 vs Canon SX210 IS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The photograph here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S95 and SX210 IS.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S95 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Canon SX210 IS will offer you extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively.

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Canon S95 vs Canon SX210 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot S95 | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot S95 | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-11-23 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | Digic 4 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
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 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-105mm (3.8x) | 28-392mm (14.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/3200 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/500 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 195 grams (0.43 lbs) | 220 grams (0.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 58 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 47 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 153 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-6L | NB-5L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC |
Storage slots | - | Single |
Pricing at launch | $495 | $226 |