Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST80
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Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST80 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
- Announced August 2009
- Alternative Name is Digital IXUS 120 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010

Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST80 Overview
The following is a extensive comparison of the Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST80, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SD940 IS (12MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SD940 IS was revealed 4 months prior to the ST80 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SD940 IS scores versus the ST80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST80 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD940 IS and Samsung ST80. The full galleries are provided at Canon SD940 IS Gallery and Samsung ST80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD940 IS over the Samsung ST80
SD940 IS | ST80 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the Canon SD940 IS
ST80 | SD940 IS | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD940 IS and Samsung ST80
SD940 IS | ST80 | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST80 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SD940 IS features outer dimensions of 89mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST80 has measurements of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST80 in the new Camera and 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 moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SD940 IS compared to the ST80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD940 IS and ST80 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST80 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The pic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD940 IS and ST80.
As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung ST80 to deliver more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively.

Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST80 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Samsung ST80 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Samsung ST80 |
Otherwise known as | Digital IXUS 120 IS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-08-19 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | 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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | 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 | 120 gr (0.26 lb) | 118 gr (0.26 lb) |
Dimensions | 89 x 55 x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | NB-4L | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $299 | $249 |