Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung SH100
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Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung SH100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Released May 2012
- Previous Model is Canon SX130 IS
- Successor is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011

Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung SH100 Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung SH100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX150 IS was brought out 17 months later than the SH100 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX150 IS matches up vs the SH100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung SH100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Samsung SH100. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Samsung SH100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Samsung SH100
SX150 IS | SH100 | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 17 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Canon SX150 IS
SH100 | SX150 IS | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Samsung SH100
SX150 IS | SH100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung SH100 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX150 IS comes with physical dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Samsung SH100 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung SH100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX150 IS against the SH100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and SH100 is 86 and 99 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung SH100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX150 IS and SH100.
As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files however you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer SX150 IS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung SH100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX150 IS vs Samsung SH100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Samsung SH100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Samsung SH100 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2012-05-14 | 2011-01-04 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4230 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 306 gr (0.67 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" 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 life | 130 photographs | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $249 | $200 |