Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S220

Below, we are matching up the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Nikon S220, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the S220 (10MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 100 HS was revealed 2 years later than the S220 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the ELPH 100 HS scores vs the S220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Nikon Coolpix S220. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Nikon S220 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 100 HS provides physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon S220 has specifications of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the ELPH 100 HS versus the S220.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 100 HS and S220 is 96 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 100 HS and S220.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Canon ELPH 100 HS to deliver more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 100 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.