Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S02
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![Canon ELPH 130 front Canon ELPH 130 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-ELPH-130.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S02 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Alternate Name is IXUS 140
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 100g - 77 x 51 x 18mm
- Revealed September 2013
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S02 Overview
Below is a thorough review of the Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S02, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 130 (16MP) and S02 (13MP) and the ELPH 130 (1/2.3") and S02 (1/3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.
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The ELPH 130 was launched 8 months prior to the S02 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the ELPH 130 matches up vs the S02 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S02 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 130 and Nikon Coolpix S02. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 130 Gallery and Nikon S02 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 130 over the Nikon S02
ELPH 130 | S02 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S02 over the Canon ELPH 130
S02 | ELPH 130 | |||
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Revealed | September 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | More recent by 8 months |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 130 and Nikon S02
ELPH 130 | S02 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S02 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 130 offers exterior dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Nikon S02 has sizing of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).
Examine the Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S02 in the latest 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)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 130 and the S02.
![Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S02 size comparison Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S02 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-130-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S02-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 130 and S02 is 96 and 97 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S02 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S02 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-130-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S02-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S02 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 130 and S02.
To sum up, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The ELPH 130 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon ELPH 130 will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older ELPH 130 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
![Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S02 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S02 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-ELPH-130-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S02-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S02 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S02 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S02 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-130-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S02-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 S02 Specifications
Canon ELPH 130 | Nikon Coolpix S02 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon ELPH 130 | Nikon Coolpix S02 |
Otherwise known as | IXUS 140 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2013-09-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 13MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4160 x 3120 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 1.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps); High-speed: 1920 x 1080 (15 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 133 gr (0.29 lb) | 100 gr (0.22 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 77 x 51 x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 | 190 shots | 210 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | - |
Launch price | $0 | $177 |