Canon ELPH 130 vs Nikon S7000

Here is a extended overview of the Canon ELPH 130 versus Nikon S7000, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the ELPH 130 (16MP) and the S7000 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 130 was launched 3 years before the S7000 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the ELPH 130 scores against the S7000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 130 and Nikon Coolpix S7000. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 130 Gallery and Nikon S7000 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 130 provides exterior measurements 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 S7000 has sizing of 99mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 130 versus Nikon S7000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 130 versus the S7000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 130 and S7000 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 130 and S7000.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of images though you should really take the production date of the cameras into account. The older ELPH 130 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.