Canon SX170 IS vs Samsung ST150F
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Canon SX170 IS vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 251g - 108 x 71 x 44mm
- Announced August 2013
- Superseded the Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Launched January 2013

Canon SX170 IS vs Samsung ST150F Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX170 IS and Samsung ST150F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX170 IS was revealed 8 months after the ST150F and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX170 IS scores versus the ST150F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX170 IS vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Samsung ST150F. The full galleries are available at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX170 IS over the Samsung ST150F
SX170 IS | ST150F | |||
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Launched | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 8 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Canon SX170 IS
ST150F | SX170 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX170 IS and Samsung ST150F
SX170 IS | ST150F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Canon SX170 IS vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX170 IS provides physical dimensions of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Samsung ST150F has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX170 IS and Samsung ST150F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX170 IS vs the ST150F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX170 IS and ST150F is 88 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX170 IS vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX170 IS and ST150F.
To sum up, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of files although you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX170 IS should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX170 IS vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX170 IS vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Samsung ST150F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-08-22 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 251 grams (0.55 lb) | 114 grams (0.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 71 x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 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 life | 300 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $0 | $300 |