Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung ST6500
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung ST6500 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
- Launched January 2013
- Alternate Name is IXUS 132 HS
(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
- Released January 2011
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On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon Elph 115 IS and Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Elph 115 IS was manufactured 2 years after the ST6500 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Elph 115 IS scores against the ST6500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon Elph 115 IS & Samsung ST6500. The entire galleries are provided at Canon Elph 115 IS Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon Elph 115 IS over the Samsung ST6500
| Elph 115 IS | ST6500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 |  | January 2011 | More modern by 25 months |
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Canon Elph 115 IS
| ST6500 | Elph 115 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon Elph 115 IS and Samsung ST6500
| Elph 115 IS | ST6500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon Elph 115 IS provides external measurements of 93mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST6500 has measurements of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Elph 115 IS and the ST6500.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Elph 115 IS and ST6500 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Elph 115 IS and ST6500.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photos however you will want to take the age of the cameras into account. The fresher Elph 115 IS provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications
| Canon Elph 115 IS | Samsung ST6500 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Canon | Samsung |
| Model type | Canon Elph 115 IS | Samsung ST6500 |
| Otherwise known as | IXUS 132 HS | - |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2011-01-19 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | DIGIC 5 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | 1 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 461k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
| 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 | ||
| 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 |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | - |
| Mic 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) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 93 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" 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 shots | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-11L | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $225 | - |
