Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon L32

Let's look much closer at the Canon ELPH 130 and Nikon L32, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the ELPH 130 (16MP) and the L32 (20MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 130 was unveiled 24 months earlier than the L32 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the ELPH 130 scores against the L32 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 130 and Nikon Coolpix L32. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 130 Gallery and Nikon L32 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 130 comes with outer 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) and the Nikon L32 has sizing of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 130 and Nikon L32 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 130 against the L32.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 130 and L32 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The pic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 130 and L32.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon L32 to produce greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 130 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.