Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST95
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Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST95 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 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
- 120g - 89 x 55 x 20mm
- Released August 2009
- Additionally referred to as Digital IXUS 120 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Announced January 2011
Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST95 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SD940 IS and Samsung ST95, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SD940 IS (12MP) and ST95 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SD940 IS was manufactured 17 months before the ST95 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SD940 IS matches up versus the ST95 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST95 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD940 IS and Samsung ST95. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SD940 IS Gallery and Samsung ST95 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD940 IS over the Samsung ST95
SD940 IS | ST95 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Canon SD940 IS
ST95 | SD940 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | August 2009 | More recent by 17 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD940 IS and Samsung ST95
SD940 IS | ST95 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST95 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SD940 IS provides exterior 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 ST95 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD940 IS and Samsung ST95 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD940 IS and the ST95.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SD940 IS and ST95 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST95 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SD940 IS and ST95.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung ST95 to show extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older SD940 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon SD940 IS vs Samsung ST95 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Samsung ST95 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Samsung ST95 |
Also referred to as | Digital IXUS 120 IS | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-08-19 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 120 gr (0.26 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 89 x 55 x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 recording | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $299 | $145 |