Canon ELPH 180 vs Samsung ST90
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Canon ELPH 180 vs Samsung ST90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Released January 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Released January 2011

Canon ELPH 180 vs Samsung ST90 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon ELPH 180 vs Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the ELPH 180 (20MP) and ST90 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ELPH 180 was unveiled 5 years after the ST90 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the ELPH 180 scores against the ST90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon ELPH 180 vs Samsung ST90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 & Samsung ST90. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 180 Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 180 over the Samsung ST90
ELPH 180 | ST90 | |||
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Released | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 61 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Canon ELPH 180
ST90 | ELPH 180 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 180 and Samsung ST90
ELPH 180 | ST90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Canon ELPH 180 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 180 has got physical measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST90 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Canon ELPH 180 vs Samsung ST90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 180 and the ST90.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 180 and ST90 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Canon ELPH 180 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The pic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 180 and ST90.
To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon ELPH 180 to render extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The younger ELPH 180 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 180 vs Samsung ST90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 180 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 | Samsung ST90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 | Samsung ST90 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2016-01-05 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.8fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126 grams (0.28 lbs) | - |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $119 | $150 |