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Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung ST6500

Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
32
Overall
36
Canon ELPH 130 front
 
Samsung ST6500 front
Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
29
Overall
35

Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung ST6500 Key Specs

Canon ELPH 130
(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
  • Announced January 2013
  • Alternative Name is IXUS 140
Samsung ST6500
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
  • Revealed January 2011
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung ST6500 Overview

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the ELPH 130 (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 130 was brought out 24 months after the ST6500 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the ELPH 130 matches up against the ST6500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 130 over the Samsung ST6500

 ELPH 130 ST6500 
RevealedJanuary 2013January 2011More modern by 24 months

Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Canon ELPH 130

 ST6500 ELPH 130 
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 130 and Samsung ST6500

 ELPH 130 ST6500 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurement
Screen resolution460k460kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 130 enjoys physical measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Samsung ST6500 has specifications of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 130 and the ST6500.

Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung ST6500 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 130 and ST6500 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung ST6500 top view buttons comparison

Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 130 and ST6500.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files however you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger ELPH 130 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung ST6500 sensor size comparison

Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon ELPH 130 Portrait photography advice
Samsung ST6500 Portrait photography advice
35
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
includes face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
30
good resolution (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon ELPH 130
Street photography with Samsung ST6500
58
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
50
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon ELPH 130
Sports photography with Samsung ST6500
38
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
low fps (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
bad battery power (190 CIPA)
no phase detect autofocus
29
good resolution (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon ELPH 130 Travel photography factors
Samsung ST6500 Travel photography factors
63
resolution is good (16MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse recording
bad battery power (190 per charge)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
74
good resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (26mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse function
doesn't have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Canon ELPH 130 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung ST6500 as a Landscape photography camera
42
decently wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
lack of manual mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
bad battery power (190 CIPA)
no Time Lapse recording
43
decently wide (26mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
good resolution (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon ELPH 130 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung ST6500 as a Vlogging camera
31
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external mic support
32
decently wide (26mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
touchscreen capability
doesn't have selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone jack
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon ELPH 130 and Samsung ST6500
 Canon ELPH 130Samsung ST6500
General Information
Brand Name Canon Samsung
Model Canon ELPH 130 Samsung ST6500
Also Known as IXUS 140 -
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2013-01-07 2011-01-19
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DIGIC 4 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 9 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-224mm (8.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.2-6.9 -
Macro focus range 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 460 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display tech 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
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.50 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync -
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format H.264 -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 133 grams (0.29 pounds) -
Dimensions 95 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" 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 images -
Battery format Battery Pack -
Battery model NB-11L -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC -
Storage slots One One
Retail pricing $0 -