Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Revealed June 2010
- Succeeded the Canon SX200 IS
- New Model is Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced February 2013
- Alternative Name is Wi-Fi

Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon SX210 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX210 IS was introduced 3 years prior to the Galaxy Camera which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX210 IS scores against the Galaxy Camera in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
SX210 IS | Galaxy Camera |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Canon SX210 IS
Galaxy Camera | SX210 IS | |||
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Announced | February 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 32 months |
Screen dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera
SX210 IS | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX210 IS features outer dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX210 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX210 IS against the Galaxy Camera.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and Galaxy Camera is 90 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The pic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX210 IS and Galaxy Camera.
All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera to offer more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged SX210 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Alternative name | - | Wi-Fi |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2013-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 220 gr (0.49 lbs) | 300 gr (0.66 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 | ||
Battery model | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $226 | $450 |