Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung PL210
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Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 127g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Launched February 2014
- Alternative Name is IXUS 145
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2011

Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung PL210 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Canon ELPH 135 and Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the ELPH 135 (16MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is very well matched and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ELPH 135 was announced 3 years after the PL210 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the ELPH 135 matches up vs the PL210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung PL210 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 and Samsung PL210. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 135 Gallery and Samsung PL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 135 over the Samsung PL210
ELPH 135 | PL210 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 38 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Canon ELPH 135
PL210 | ELPH 135 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 135 and Samsung PL210
ELPH 135 | PL210 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 135 enjoys physical dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung PL210 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Contrast the Canon ELPH 135 and Samsung PL210 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 135 compared to the PL210.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 135 and PL210 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The image underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 135 and PL210.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon ELPH 135 to give you more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger ELPH 135 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung PL210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung PL210 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 | Samsung PL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 | Samsung PL210 |
Other name | IXUS 145 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2014-02-12 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 127 grams (0.28 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $119 | $200 |