Canon SD1400 IS vs Samsung SH100
96 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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99 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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Canon SD1400 IS vs Samsung SH100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 133g - 92 x 56 x 18mm
- Released February 2010
- Other Name is IXUS 130 / IXY 400F
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011

Canon SD1400 IS vs Samsung SH100 Overview
The following is a in-depth overview of the Canon SD1400 IS and Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SD1400 IS (14MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SD1400 IS was revealed 11 months before the SH100 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SD1400 IS grades vs the SH100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SD1400 IS vs Samsung SH100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS and Samsung SH100. The full galleries are provided at Canon SD1400 IS Gallery and Samsung SH100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD1400 IS over the Samsung SH100
SD1400 IS | SH100 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Canon SD1400 IS
SH100 | SD1400 IS | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 11 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD1400 IS and Samsung SH100
SD1400 IS | SH100 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon SD1400 IS vs Samsung SH100 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD1400 IS comes with external measurements of 92mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung SH100 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD1400 IS and Samsung SH100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SD1400 IS compared to the SH100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD1400 IS and SH100 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Canon SD1400 IS vs Samsung SH100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The picture below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SD1400 IS and SH100.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of photos although you may want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged SD1400 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon SD1400 IS vs Samsung SH100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD1400 IS vs Samsung SH100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS | Samsung SH100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD1400 IS | Samsung SH100 |
Otherwise known as | IXUS 130 / IXY 400F | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-02-08 | 2011-01-04 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4230 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 gr (0.29 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 92 x 56 x 18mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-4L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | - | $200 |