Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Canon ELPH 130

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Canon ELPH 130, both Ultracompact cameras and both are offered by Canon. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and ELPH 130 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 100 HS was unveiled 23 months earlier than the ELPH 130 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the ELPH 100 HS matches up vs the ELPH 130 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Canon ELPH 130. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Canon ELPH 130 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 100 HS enjoys outer measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Canon ELPH 130 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 100 HS compared to the ELPH 130.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 100 HS and ELPH 130 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 100 HS and ELPH 130.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon ELPH 130 to result in more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older ELPH 100 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.