Canon ELPH 130 vs Samsung ST700

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon ELPH 130 and Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 130 (16MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 130 was unveiled 2 years after the ST700 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the ELPH 130 matches up versus the ST700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 130 & Samsung ST700. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 130 Gallery & Samsung ST700 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 130 provides outside measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Samsung ST700 has sizing of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 130 and Samsung ST700 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 130 against the ST700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 130 and ST700 is 96 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The picture underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 130 and ST700.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer ELPH 130 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.