Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Samsung ST65

Lets examine more closely at the Canon ELPH 140 IS versus Samsung ST65, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the ELPH 140 IS (16MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 140 IS was announced 3 years later than the ST65 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 going in to a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the ELPH 140 IS matches up against the ST65 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS and Samsung ST65. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 140 IS Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 140 IS has got outside 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 ST65 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 140 IS versus Samsung ST65 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 140 IS versus the ST65.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 140 IS and ST65 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 140 IS and ST65.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon ELPH 140 IS to deliver greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 140 IS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.