Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung ST90

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung ST90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was manufactured 17 months after the ST90 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX260 HS scores against the ST90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Samsung ST90. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Samsung ST90 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS provides external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung ST90 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX260 HS vs Samsung ST90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX260 HS against the ST90.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and ST90 is 91 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX260 HS and ST90.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung ST90 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent SX260 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.