Canon SX220 HS vs Samsung ST90

Here is a detailed overview of the Canon SX220 HS versus Samsung ST90, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was announced around the same time to the ST90 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX220 HS matches up versus the ST90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon SX220 HS & Samsung ST90. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX220 HS offers external dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST90 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX220 HS versus Samsung ST90 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX220 HS compared to the ST90.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX220 HS and ST90 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and ST90.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung ST90 to resolve extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively.