Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung HZ10W
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33 Features
53 Overall
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90 Imaging
33 Features
27 Overall
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Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 615g - 128 x 88 x 88mm
- Introduced March 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Also Known as WB500

Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Canon SX1 IS versus Samsung HZ10W, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX1 IS (10MP) and the HZ10W (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX1 IS was unveiled at a similar time to the HZ10W which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ10W being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX1 IS grades vs the HZ10W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and Samsung HZ10W. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX1 IS over the Samsung HZ10W
SX1 IS | HZ10W | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen size | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.1") |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Canon SX1 IS
HZ10W | SX1 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX1 IS and Samsung HZ10W
SX1 IS | HZ10W | |||
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Revealed | March 2009 | ![]() | May 2009 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX1 IS provides outside measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) and the Samsung HZ10W has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX1 IS versus Samsung HZ10W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SX1 IS against the HZ10W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX1 IS and HZ10W is 64 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX1 IS and HZ10W.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should consider the production date of the cameras into account.

Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Samsung HZ10W |
Also called as | - | WB500 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-03-27 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2432 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.8" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/500 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 615g (1.36 lb) | 249g (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 88 x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec or custom) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $600 | $300 |