Canon SX400 IS vs Samsung SH100

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon SX400 IS and Samsung SH100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was manufactured 3 years later than the SH100 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX400 IS grades versus the SH100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Samsung SH100. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Samsung SH100 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX400 IS has got outer measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Samsung SH100 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the SX400 IS versus the SH100.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and SH100 is 81 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at specs. The visual here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX400 IS and SH100.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX400 IS to resolve greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent SX400 IS provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.