Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung ST95
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung ST95 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
- Released January 2013
- Additionally Known as IXUS 132 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Launched January 2011

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung ST95 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Canon Elph 115 IS and Samsung ST95, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and the ST95 (16MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Elph 115 IS was brought out 2 years after the ST95 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Elph 115 IS scores vs the ST95 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung ST95 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon Elph 115 IS and Samsung ST95. The entire galleries are provided at Canon Elph 115 IS Gallery and Samsung ST95 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon Elph 115 IS over the Samsung ST95
Elph 115 IS | ST95 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 25 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Canon Elph 115 IS
ST95 | Elph 115 IS |
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Common features in the Canon Elph 115 IS and Samsung ST95
Elph 115 IS | ST95 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung ST95 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon Elph 115 IS comes with outside dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Samsung ST95 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Canon Elph 115 IS and Samsung ST95 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Elph 115 IS versus the ST95.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Elph 115 IS and ST95 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung ST95 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Elph 115 IS and ST95.
As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of files however you may want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger Elph 115 IS will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung ST95 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Samsung ST95 Specifications
Canon Elph 115 IS | Samsung ST95 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon Elph 115 IS | Samsung ST95 |
Also called as | IXUS 132 HS | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
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 mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Microphone 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 grams (0.30 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 93 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $225 | $145 |