Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung ST600

Following is a complete overview of the Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung ST600, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the ELPH 140 IS (16MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 140 IS was introduced 4 years after the ST600 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the ELPH 140 IS grades against the ST600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS & Samsung ST600. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 140 IS Gallery & Samsung ST600 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 140 IS comes with 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) while the Samsung ST600 has dimensions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 140 IS against the ST600.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 140 IS and ST600 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The image below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 140 IS and ST600.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Canon ELPH 140 IS to provide you with more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 140 IS should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.