Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung SH100
91 Imaging
36 Features
43 Overall
38


99 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
32
Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung SH100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 233g - 106 x 63 x 33mm
- Revealed March 2013
- Previous Model is Canon SX260 HS
- Successor is Canon SX280 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011

Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung SH100 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung SH100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX270 HS was launched 2 years later than the SH100 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX270 HS matches up vs the SH100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung SH100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Samsung SH100. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Samsung SH100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX270 HS over the Samsung SH100
SX270 HS | SH100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | March 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 27 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Canon SX270 HS
SH100 | SX270 HS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX270 HS and Samsung SH100
SX270 HS | SH100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung SH100 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX270 HS enjoys outer measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung SH100 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung SH100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the SH100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and SH100 is 91 and 99 respectively.

Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung SH100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and SH100.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung SH100 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent SX270 HS will have an edge in sensor tech.

Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung SH100 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX270 HS vs Samsung SH100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Samsung SH100 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX270 HS | Samsung SH100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2013-03-21 | 2011-01-04 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4230 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 233g (0.51 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 106 x 63 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" 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 | 210 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $284 | $200 |