Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung ST150F
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Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-1008mm (F3.5-6.6) lens
- 325g - 104 x 69 x 85mm
- Launched January 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2013

Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung ST150F Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Canon SX420 IS versus Samsung ST150F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX420 IS (20MP) and ST150F (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX420 IS was introduced 3 years later than the ST150F and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX420 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX420 IS matches up against the ST150F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX420 IS and Samsung ST150F. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX420 IS Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX420 IS over the Samsung ST150F
SX420 IS | ST150F | |||
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Introduced | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 37 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Canon SX420 IS
ST150F | SX420 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX420 IS and Samsung ST150F
SX420 IS | ST150F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX420 IS comes with physical dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Samsung ST150F has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX420 IS versus Samsung ST150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SX420 IS and the ST150F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX420 IS and ST150F is 80 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The visual here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX420 IS and ST150F.
All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SX420 IS to deliver extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger SX420 IS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

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Canon SX420 IS vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX420 IS | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX420 IS | Samsung ST150F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2016-01-05 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.6 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 0.5 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 325 grams (0.72 lbs) | 114 grams (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 69 x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 195 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $299 | $300 |