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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung CL5

Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
35
Overall
38
Canon Elph 115 IS front
 
Samsung CL5 front
Portability
95
Imaging
32
Features
14
Overall
24

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung CL5 Key Specs

Canon Elph 115 IS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.7-5.9) lens
  • 135g - 93 x 57 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2013
  • Also Known as IXUS 132 HS
Samsung CL5
(Full Review)
  • 9MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 38-114mm (F3.5-4.5) lens
  • 141g - 93 x 60 x 19mm
  • Released February 2009
  • Additionally referred to as PL10
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung CL5 Overview

In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung CL5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and CL5 (9MP) and the Elph 115 IS (1/2.3") and CL5 (1/2.5") possess different sensor sizes.

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The Elph 115 IS was unveiled 3 years after the CL5 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Elph 115 IS scores versus the CL5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon Elph 115 IS over the Samsung CL5

 Elph 115 IS CL5 
ReleasedJanuary 2013February 2009More modern by 48 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution461k230kCrisper display (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung CL5 over the Canon Elph 115 IS

 CL5 Elph 115 IS 

Common features in the Canon Elph 115 IS and Samsung CL5

 Elph 115 IS CL5 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung CL5 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon Elph 115 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung CL5 has measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Elph 115 IS against the CL5.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung CL5 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Elph 115 IS and CL5 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung CL5 top view buttons comparison

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung CL5 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Elph 115 IS and CL5.

To sum up, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Elph 115 IS having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon Elph 115 IS will give extra detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger Elph 115 IS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung CL5 sensor size comparison

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung CL5 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung CL5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon Elph 115 IS Portrait photography features
Samsung CL5 Portrait photography features
35
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
24
comes with face detect autofocus
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (9MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.5")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon Elph 115 IS Street photography highlights
Samsung CL5 Street photography highlights
58
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
47
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.5")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon Elph 115 IS Sports photography details
Samsung CL5 Sports photography details
38
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
supports tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (170 per charge)
no phase detect AF
16
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (9 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.5")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon Elph 115 IS Travel photography features
Samsung CL5 Travel photography features
63
megapixel count good (16MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
does not have Timelapse function
not so great battery life (170 CIPA)
does not have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
51
built-in flash
no Timelapse function
low megapixels (9 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (38mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon Elph 115 IS Landscape photography highlights
Samsung CL5 Landscape photography highlights
42
relatively wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
no manual mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
not so great battery life (170 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse function
22
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (38mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (9 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.5")
no RAW format
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon Elph 115 IS as a Vlogging camera
Samsung CL5 as a Vlogging camera
34
relatively wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
does not have selfie friendly display
does not have microphone port
25
comes with face detect autofocus
wide angle not the best (38mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
no microphone port
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung CL5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon Elph 115 IS and Samsung CL5
 Canon Elph 115 ISSamsung CL5
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Samsung
Model type Canon Elph 115 IS Samsung CL5
Otherwise known as IXUS 132 HS PL10
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2013-01-29 2009-02-23
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DIGIC 5 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.5"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 5.744 x 4.308mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 24.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 9 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 3456 x 2592
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points 1 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-120mm (5.0x) 38-114mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.7-5.9 f/3.5-4.5
Macro focusing range 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 6.3
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 461 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech PureColor II G TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 seconds 16 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 4.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 135 grams (0.30 pounds) 141 grams (0.31 pounds)
Dimensions 93 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 93 x 60 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" 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 170 images -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-11L -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at release $225 $391