Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Samsung SL720
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Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Samsung SL720 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 138g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Released January 2016
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Alternative Name is PL70

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Samsung SL720 Overview
The following is a complete comparison of the Canon ELPH 190 IS and Samsung SL720, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the ELPH 190 IS (20MP) and SL720 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ELPH 190 IS was unveiled 6 years after the SL720 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the ELPH 190 IS scores versus the SL720 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Samsung SL720 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS & Samsung SL720. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 190 IS Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 190 IS over the Samsung SL720
ELPH 190 IS | SL720 | |||
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Introduced | January 2016 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 79 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Canon ELPH 190 IS
SL720 | ELPH 190 IS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 190 IS and Samsung SL720
ELPH 190 IS | SL720 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Samsung SL720 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 190 IS comes with outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Samsung SL720 has specifications of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon ELPH 190 IS and Samsung SL720 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 190 IS and the SL720.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 190 IS and SL720 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Samsung SL720 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 190 IS and SL720.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Canon ELPH 190 IS to offer you greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger ELPH 190 IS should have a benefit in sensor technology.

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Samsung SL720 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Samsung SL720 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS | Samsung SL720 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS | Samsung SL720 |
Also called | - | PL70 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2016-01-05 | 2009-07-14 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 0.8 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 138 grams (0.30 pounds) | 168 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 190 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $159 | $119 |