Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S230
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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S230 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 140g - 93 x 56 x 20mm
- Announced February 2011
- Additionally Known as IXUS 115 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 2000
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 115g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2009

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S230 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Nikon S230, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the S230 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ELPH 100 HS was introduced 2 years later than the S230 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ELPH 100 HS grades versus the S230 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S230 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 100 HS and Nikon Coolpix S230. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery and Nikon S230 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 100 HS over the Nikon S230
ELPH 100 HS | S230 | |||
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Revealed | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S230 over the Canon ELPH 100 HS
S230 | ELPH 100 HS | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Nikon S230
ELPH 100 HS | S230 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S230 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 100 HS provides physical dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Nikon S230 has sizing of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).
Analyze the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Nikon S230 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 100 HS and the S230.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 100 HS and S230 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S230 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The visual here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 100 HS and S230.
All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon ELPH 100 HS to provide extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 100 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S230 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S230 Specifications
Canon ELPH 100 HS | Nikon Coolpix S230 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon ELPH 100 HS | Nikon Coolpix S230 |
Also called as | IXUS 115 HS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-02-07 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 2000 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 lbs) | 115 gr (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 | 230 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-4L | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $194 | $150 |