Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung ST600
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Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung ST600 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
- Introduced February 2014
- Alternate Name is IXUS 145
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-135mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 150g - 104 x 60 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2010

Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung ST600 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung ST600, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 135 (16MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is very similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ELPH 135 was brought out 4 years later than the ST600 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the ELPH 135 grades against the ST600 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung ST600 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 and Samsung ST600. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 135 Gallery and Samsung ST600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 135 over the Samsung ST600
ELPH 135 | ST600 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 50 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST600 over the Canon ELPH 135
ST600 | ELPH 135 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.8") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+922k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 135 and Samsung ST600
ELPH 135 | ST600 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung ST600 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 135 has outside dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung ST600 has proportions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Analyze the Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung ST600 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 135 vs the ST600.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 135 and ST600 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung ST600 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The graphic here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 135 and ST600.
All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon ELPH 135 to offer extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The younger ELPH 135 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung ST600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung ST600 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 | Samsung ST600 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 | Samsung ST600 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 145 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2014-02-12 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 27-135mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 1,152k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 127 grams (0.28 lbs) | 150 grams (0.33 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 104 x 60 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | SLB07 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $119 | $330 |