Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST30

The following is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX210 IS vs Samsung ST30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the SX210 IS (14MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the SX210 IS (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX210 IS was revealed 7 months before the ST30 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX210 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SX210 IS grades vs the ST30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS & Samsung ST30. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery & Samsung ST30 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX210 IS comes with external dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung ST30 has sizing of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SX210 IS compared to the ST30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and ST30 is 90 and 98 respectively.

Usually, its tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The image here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX210 IS and ST30.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX210 IS having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Canon SX210 IS will give you greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged SX210 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.