Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL120
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![Canon ELPH 130 front Canon ELPH 130 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-ELPH-130.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Alternate Name is IXUS 140
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL120 Overview
Below is a complete comparison of the Canon ELPH 130 and Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the ELPH 130 (16MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The ELPH 130 was revealed 2 years later than the PL120 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the ELPH 130 matches up against the PL120 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL120 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 130 and Samsung PL120. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 130 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 130 over the Samsung PL120
ELPH 130 | PL120 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 25 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Canon ELPH 130
PL120 | ELPH 130 |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 130 and Samsung PL120
ELPH 130 | PL120 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 130 has external dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL120 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Canon ELPH 130 and Samsung PL120 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 130 and the PL120.
![Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL120 size comparison Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL120 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-130-vs-Samsung-PL120-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 130 and PL120 is 96 and 99 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL120 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL120 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-130-vs-Samsung-PL120-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The visual below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 130 and PL120.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon ELPH 130 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 130 should have a benefit in sensor tech.
![Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL120 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL120 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-ELPH-130-vs-Samsung-PL120-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-130-vs-Samsung-PL120-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
Canon ELPH 130 | Samsung PL120 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon ELPH 130 | Samsung PL120 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 140 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | Single | - |
Cost at launch | $0 | $150 |