Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung PL210
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![Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS front Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-140-IS/Canon-ELPH-140-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung PL210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 127g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Additionally referred to as IXUS 150
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
- Released January 2011
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Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung PL210 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Canon ELPH 140 IS and Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 140 IS (16MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The ELPH 140 IS was manufactured 3 years later than the PL210 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the ELPH 140 IS grades versus the PL210 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung PL210 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS & Samsung PL210. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 140 IS Gallery & Samsung PL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 140 IS over the Samsung PL210
ELPH 140 IS | PL210 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 38 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Canon ELPH 140 IS
PL210 | ELPH 140 IS | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 140 IS and Samsung PL210
ELPH 140 IS | PL210 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 140 IS enjoys outer dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung PL210 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check out the Canon ELPH 140 IS and Samsung PL210 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the ELPH 140 IS and the PL210.
![Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung PL210 size comparison Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung PL210 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-140-IS-vs-Samsung-PL210-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 140 IS and PL210 is 96 and 99 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung PL210 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung PL210 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-140-IS-vs-Samsung-PL210-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The visual here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 140 IS and PL210.
To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon ELPH 140 IS to show more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 140 IS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
![Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung PL210 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung PL210 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-140-IS-vs-Samsung-PL210-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung PL210 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung PL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung PL210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-140-IS-vs-Samsung-PL210-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung PL210 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS | Samsung PL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS | Samsung PL210 |
Also called | IXUS 150 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2014-02-12 | 2011-01-05 |
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 | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 127 gr (0.28 lbs) | - |
Physical 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 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 | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $129 | $200 |