Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST150F
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Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST150F 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
- Introduced June 2010
- Older Model is Canon SX200 IS
- Newer Model is Canon SX230 HS
(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 SX210 IS vs Samsung ST150F Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Canon SX210 IS versus Samsung ST150F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SX210 IS was released 3 years earlier than the ST150F which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX210 IS grades against the ST150F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Samsung ST150F. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Samsung ST150F
SX210 IS | ST150F | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Canon SX210 IS
ST150F | SX210 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | June 2010 | Newer by 31 months |
Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Samsung ST150F
SX210 IS | ST150F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX210 IS comes with exterior measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung ST150F has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check the Canon SX210 IS versus Samsung ST150F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX210 IS against the ST150F.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX210 IS and ST150F is 90 and 96 respectively.
Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX210 IS and ST150F.
Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung ST150F to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX210 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Samsung ST150F |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 220 gr (0.49 lbs) | 114 gr (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" 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 | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $226 | $300 |