Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST700
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Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 120g - 89 x 55 x 20mm
- Launched August 2009
- Alternative Name is Digital IXUS 120 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Announced January 2011

Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST700 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Canon SD940 IS and Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the SD940 IS (12MP) and ST700 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SD940 IS was unveiled 16 months before the ST700 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the SD940 IS grades versus the ST700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST700 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD940 IS and Samsung ST700. The full galleries are available at Canon SD940 IS Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD940 IS over the Samsung ST700
SD940 IS | ST700 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Canon SD940 IS
ST700 | SD940 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 16 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD940 IS and Samsung ST700
SD940 IS | ST700 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD940 IS has got external measurements of 89mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Samsung ST700 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD940 IS and Samsung ST700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SD940 IS vs the ST700.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SD940 IS and ST700 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD940 IS and ST700.
As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung ST700 to show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged SD940 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST700 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Samsung ST700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Samsung ST700 |
Other name | Digital IXUS 120 IS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-08-19 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 120 grams (0.26 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 89 x 55 x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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, 10, Custom, Face) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $299 | $280 |