Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung ST100
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Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung ST100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 160g - 86 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched February 2009
- Also Known as Digital IXUS 95 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010

Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung ST100 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Canon SD1200 IS and Samsung ST100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SD1200 IS (10MP) and ST100 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SD1200 IS was released 10 months prior to the ST100 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SD1200 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SD1200 IS matches up vs the ST100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung ST100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS and Samsung ST100. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SD1200 IS Gallery and Samsung ST100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1200 IS over the Samsung ST100
SD1200 IS | ST100 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Canon SD1200 IS
ST100 | SD1200 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 10 months |
Display dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+1") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+922k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD1200 IS and Samsung ST100
SD1200 IS | ST100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung ST100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon SD1200 IS offers outer measurements of 86mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST100 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SD1200 IS and Samsung ST100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SD1200 IS against the ST100.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SD1200 IS and ST100 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung ST100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1200 IS and ST100.
Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung ST100 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged SD1200 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung ST100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1200 IS vs Samsung ST100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Samsung ST100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS | Samsung ST100 |
Also Known as | Digital IXUS 95 IS | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-02-18 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.6-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 1,152k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 160 grams (0.35 lbs) | 155 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 55 x 22mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 260 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $250 | $250 |