Canon Elph 115 IS vs Nikon S1200pj

Here is a thorough comparison of the Canon Elph 115 IS versus Nikon S1200pj, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and the S1200pj (14MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Elph 115 IS was released 18 months later than the S1200pj making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Elph 115 IS matches up vs the S1200pj for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon Elph 115 IS and Nikon Coolpix S1200pj. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon Elph 115 IS Gallery and Nikon S1200pj Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon Elph 115 IS provides exterior dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1200pj has measurements of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Elph 115 IS against the S1200pj.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Elph 115 IS and S1200pj is 96 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Elph 115 IS and S1200pj.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Canon Elph 115 IS to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger Elph 115 IS is going to have an edge in sensor tech.