Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S80
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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S80 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
- Alternate Name is IXUS 115 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 133g - 99 x 63 x 17mm
- Launched September 2010
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S80 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S80, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the S80 (14MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe ELPH 100 HS was manufactured 6 months later than the S80 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the ELPH 100 HS scores versus the S80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S80 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 100 HS and Nikon Coolpix S80. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery and Nikon S80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 100 HS over the Nikon S80
ELPH 100 HS | S80 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S80 over the Canon ELPH 100 HS
S80 | ELPH 100 HS | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 819k | 230k | Crisper screen (+589k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Nikon S80
ELPH 100 HS | S80 | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | September 2010 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S80 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 100 HS has outer measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Nikon S80 has sizing of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Look at the Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 100 HS compared to the S80.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 100 HS and S80 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S80 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 100 HS and S80.
As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon S80 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively.
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S80 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Nikon S80 Specifications
Canon ELPH 100 HS | Nikon Coolpix S80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon ELPH 100 HS | Nikon Coolpix S80 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 115 HS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-02-07 | 2010-09-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.6-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 7cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 819 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 1.3fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 pounds) | 133 gr (0.29 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 63 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 pictures | 150 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-4L | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $194 | $191 |