Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL170
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL170 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 21mm
- Announced January 2013
- Additionally referred to as IXUS 140
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL170 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Canon ELPH 130 versus Samsung PL170, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the ELPH 130 (16MP) and the PL170 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe ELPH 130 was revealed 2 years after the PL170 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the ELPH 130 scores vs the PL170 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL170 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 130 and Samsung PL170. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 130 Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 130 over the Samsung PL170
ELPH 130 | PL170 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | January 2011 | Newer by 25 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the Canon ELPH 130
PL170 | ELPH 130 |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 130 and Samsung PL170
ELPH 130 | PL170 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL170 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 130 features outside 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 PL170 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check the Canon ELPH 130 versus Samsung PL170 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 130 vs the PL170.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 130 and PL170 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL170 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specs. The picture underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 130 and PL170.
All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files although you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The newer ELPH 130 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung PL170 Specifications
Canon ELPH 130 | Samsung PL170 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon ELPH 130 | Samsung PL170 |
Also Known as | IXUS 140 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing 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 focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133 grams (0.29 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 | 190 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $0 | $175 |