Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Samsung PL120
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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.7-5.9) lens
- 141g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
- Launched February 2011
- Also Known as IXUS 220 HS
(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
- Revealed January 2011
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Following is a extensive analysis of the Canon ELPH 300 HS and Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe ELPH 300 HS was released 2 months after the PL120 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the ELPH 300 HS matches up against the PL120 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 300 HS & Samsung PL120. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery & Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 300 HS over the Samsung PL120
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Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Canon ELPH 300 HS
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 300 HS and Samsung PL120
| ELPH 300 HS | PL120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2011 |  | January 2011 | Similar age |
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimension | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Identical display measurement |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lack of Touch display |
Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 300 HS features exterior dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL120 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon ELPH 300 HS and Samsung PL120 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 300 HS vs the PL120.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 300 HS and PL120 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The picture here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 300 HS and PL120.
Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung PL120 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.
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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
| Canon ELPH 300 HS | Samsung PL120 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Samsung |
| Model type | Canon ELPH 300 HS | Samsung PL120 |
| Also called as | IXUS 220 HS | - |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2011-02-07 | 2011-01-05 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
| 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | () |
| Largest aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | - |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 141g (0.31 lbs) | - |
| Dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 220 images | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-4L | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | - |
| Storage slots | One | - |
| Retail price | $250 | $150 |
