Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon L32
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![Canon ELPH 130 front Canon ELPH 130 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-ELPH-130.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix L32 front Nikon Coolpix L32 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L32/Nikon-L32-front.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon L32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 21mm
- Launched January 2013
- Alternative Name is IXUS 140
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2015
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon L32 Overview
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.
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon L32 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 130 over the Nikon L32
ELPH 130 | L32 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L32 over the Canon ELPH 130
L32 | ELPH 130 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 24 months |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 130 and Nikon L32
ELPH 130 | L32 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon L32 Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon L32 size comparison Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon L32 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-130-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L32-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 130 and L32 is 96 and 93 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon L32 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon L32 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-130-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L32-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon L32 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon L32 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon L32 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-ELPH-130-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L32-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon L32 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon L32 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon L32 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-130-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L32-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon L32 Specifications
Canon ELPH 130 | Nikon Coolpix L32 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon ELPH 130 | Nikon Coolpix L32 |
Also called | IXUS 140 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2015-01-14 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 133g (0.29 lbs) | 164g (0.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 190 images | 320 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-11L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $0 | $120 |