Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung ST90
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Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung ST90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 308g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Announced August 2010
- Successor is Canon SX150 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Revealed January 2011

Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung ST90 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung ST90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX130 IS was launched 5 months before the ST90 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX130 IS scores versus the ST90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung ST90 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Samsung ST90. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Samsung ST90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX130 IS over the Samsung ST90
SX130 IS | ST90 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Canon SX130 IS
ST90 | SX130 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX130 IS and Samsung ST90
SX130 IS | ST90 | |||
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Revealed | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2011 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX130 IS offers exterior dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Samsung ST90 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung ST90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SX130 IS and the ST90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX130 IS and ST90 is 85 and 99 respectively.

Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX130 IS and ST90.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung ST90 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.

Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX130 IS vs Samsung ST90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Samsung ST90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX130 IS | Samsung ST90 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-08-19 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 308g (0.68 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" 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 | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $250 | $150 |