Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung PL120
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung PL120 Key Specs
(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
- Alternate Name is IXUS 132 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
- Announced January 2011
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In this article, we are analyzing the Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung PL120, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Elph 115 IS was introduced 2 years after the PL120 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Elph 115 IS scores vs the PL120 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon Elph 115 IS and Samsung PL120. The whole galleries are provided at Canon Elph 115 IS Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon Elph 115 IS over the Samsung PL120
| Elph 115 IS | PL120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2013 |  | January 2011 | More modern by 26 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Canon Elph 115 IS
| PL120 | Elph 115 IS |
|---|
Common features in the Canon Elph 115 IS and Samsung PL120
| Elph 115 IS | PL120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon Elph 115 IS features external measurements of 93mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Samsung PL120 has sizing 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 115 IS vs Samsung PL120 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Elph 115 IS vs the PL120.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Elph 115 IS and PL120 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Elph 115 IS and PL120.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon Elph 115 IS to provide greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent Elph 115 IS should have an edge in sensor technology.
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
| Canon Elph 115 IS | Samsung PL120 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
| Model type | Canon Elph 115 IS | Samsung PL120 |
| Also called | IXUS 132 HS | - |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2011-01-05 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | DIGIC 5 | - |
| 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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | - |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | 1 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | () |
| Highest aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| 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 | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | - |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 135 gr (0.30 lbs) | - |
| Dimensions | 93 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" 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 | 170 photographs | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-11L | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
| Card slots | One | - |
| Launch price | $225 | $150 |