Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S3100

Here, we are looking at the Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S3100, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 130 (16MP) and the S3100 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 130 was introduced 24 months later than the S3100 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the ELPH 130 scores versus the S3100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 130 and Nikon Coolpix S3100. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 130 Gallery and Nikon S3100 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 130 features external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Nikon S3100 has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 130 and the S3100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 130 and S3100 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The photograph underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 130 and S3100.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon ELPH 130 to provide more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 130 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.