Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung ST6500

Below is a in-depth comparison of the Canon ELPH 135 vs Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 135 (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 135 was announced 3 years later than the ST6500 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the ELPH 135 grades against the ST6500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 and Samsung ST6500. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 135 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 135 provides outer 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 ST6500 has proportions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 135 against the ST6500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 135 and ST6500 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 135 and ST6500.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you will want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern ELPH 135 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.