Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S6900

Let's look more closely at the Canon ELPH 130 and Nikon S6900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the ELPH 130 (16MP) and the S6900 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 130 was released 3 years prior to the S6900 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the ELPH 130 grades vs the S6900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 130 & Nikon Coolpix S6900. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 130 Gallery & Nikon S6900 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 130 features physical dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6900 has proportions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs).

Compare the Canon ELPH 130 and Nikon S6900 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 130 against the S6900.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 130 and S6900 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 130 and S6900.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of photos though you really should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older ELPH 130 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.