Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST100

Here, we are reviewing the Canon SD940 IS and Samsung ST100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SD940 IS (12MP) and the ST100 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SD940 IS was announced 4 months before the ST100 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SD940 IS grades against the ST100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD940 IS and Samsung ST100. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD940 IS Gallery and Samsung ST100 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SD940 IS enjoys outer measurements of 89mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung ST100 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Canon SD940 IS and Samsung ST100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SD940 IS versus the ST100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD940 IS and ST100 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD940 IS and ST100.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung ST100 to give you more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively.