Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung ST100
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Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung ST100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Introduced May 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 155g - 100 x 60 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010

Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung ST100 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SX620 HS versus Samsung ST100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and ST100 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX620 HS was announced 6 years after the ST100 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX620 HS grades against the ST100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung ST100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Samsung ST100. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Samsung ST100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Samsung ST100
SX620 HS | ST100 | |||
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Launched | May 2016 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 78 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST100 over the Canon SX620 HS
ST100 | SX620 HS | |||
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Display sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 922k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Samsung ST100
SX620 HS | ST100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung ST100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX620 HS has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST100 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX620 HS versus Samsung ST100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SX620 HS against the ST100.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and ST100 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung ST100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX620 HS and ST100.
As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX620 HS to offer extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent SX620 HS will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung ST100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX620 HS vs Samsung ST100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Samsung ST100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Samsung ST100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2016-05-10 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-625mm (25.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.6 | f/3.6-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 922 thousand dot | 1,152 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.5 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 182 gr (0.40 lb) | 155 gr (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 100 x 60 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 | 295 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $279 | $250 |