Canon Elph 115 IS vs Nikon S2900

Let's look more closely at the Canon Elph 115 IS vs Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and the S2900 (20MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Elph 115 IS was revealed 23 months before the S2900 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Elph 115 IS scores versus the S2900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon Elph 115 IS and Nikon Coolpix S2900. The full galleries are available at Canon Elph 115 IS Gallery and Nikon S2900 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon Elph 115 IS has got outside dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Nikon S2900 has proportions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Canon Elph 115 IS vs Nikon S2900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Elph 115 IS and the S2900.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Elph 115 IS and S2900 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking technical specs. The visual below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Elph 115 IS and S2900.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon S2900 to give you extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older Elph 115 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.