Canon ELPH 130 vs Canon ELPH 350 HS

Following is a thorough overview of the Canon ELPH 130 vs Canon ELPH 350 HS, both Ultracompact cameras and both are sold by Canon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 130 (16MP) and the ELPH 350 HS (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 130 was released 3 years before the ELPH 350 HS which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the ELPH 130 grades against the ELPH 350 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 130 and Canon PowerShot ELPH 350 HS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 130 Gallery and Canon ELPH 350 HS Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 130 has got outer measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Canon ELPH 350 HS has proportions of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 130 vs Canon ELPH 350 HS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 130 vs the ELPH 350 HS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 130 and ELPH 350 HS is 96 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The image below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 130 and ELPH 350 HS.

To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon ELPH 350 HS to show extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 130 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.