Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung SL102
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33 Features
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Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 615g - 128 x 88 x 88mm
- Revealed March 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
- Also referred to as ES55

Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung SL102 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung SL102, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX1 IS (10MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX1 IS was introduced 3 months after the SL102 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL102 being a Compact camera.
Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX1 IS grades vs the SL102 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and Samsung SL102. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX1 IS over the Samsung SL102
SX1 IS | SL102 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Canon SX1 IS
SL102 | SX1 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX1 IS and Samsung SL102
SX1 IS | SL102 | |||
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Released | March 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar generation |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX1 IS offers physical 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) while the Samsung SL102 has sizing of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung SL102 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX1 IS compared to the SL102.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX1 IS and SL102 is 64 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX1 IS and SL102.
As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you should factor the production date of the products into consideration.

Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX1 IS vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Samsung SL102 |
Alternate name | - | ES55 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-03-27 | 2009-01-08 |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | - |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.8 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated 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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/500 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 615 gr (1.36 lb) | 116 gr (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 88 x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec or custom) | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $600 | $130 |