Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung ST150F
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Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 37-185mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 160g - 96 x 57 x 26mm
- Released February 2009
- Additionally referred to as Digital IXUS 990 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2013

Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung ST150F Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Canon SD970 IS versus Samsung ST150F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the SD970 IS (12MP) and ST150F (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SD970 IS was introduced 4 years prior to the ST150F and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SD970 IS grades against the ST150F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD970 IS and Samsung ST150F. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD970 IS Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD970 IS over the Samsung ST150F
SD970 IS | ST150F | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Canon SD970 IS
ST150F | SD970 IS | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 47 months |
Common features in the Canon SD970 IS and Samsung ST150F
SD970 IS | ST150F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SD970 IS comes with outside measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung ST150F has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD970 IS versus Samsung ST150F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SD970 IS compared to the ST150F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD970 IS and ST150F is 94 and 96 respectively.

Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD970 IS and ST150F.
As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung ST150F to resolve more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The older SD970 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD970 IS | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD970 IS | Samsung ST150F |
Also called as | Digital IXUS 990 IS | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-18 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
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 | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160g (0.35 pounds) | 114g (0.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" 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-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | - | $300 |