Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S4100
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Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S4100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 127g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Released February 2014
- Other Name is IXUS 145
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Launched February 2011

Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S4100 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S4100, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 135 (16MP) and the S4100 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ELPH 135 was launched 3 years later than the S4100 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the ELPH 135 matches up against the S4100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S4100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 and Nikon Coolpix S4100. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 135 Gallery and Nikon S4100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 135 over the Nikon S4100
ELPH 135 | S4100 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2011 | More recent by 37 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Canon ELPH 135
S4100 | ELPH 135 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 135 and Nikon S4100
ELPH 135 | S4100 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S4100 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 135 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon S4100 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S4100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 135 vs the S4100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 135 and S4100 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S4100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The graphic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 135 and S4100.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon ELPH 135 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer ELPH 135 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

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Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S4100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 | Nikon Coolpix S4100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 | Nikon Coolpix S4100 |
Otherwise known as | IXUS 145 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2014-02-12 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4+ | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 127 gr (0.28 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | 190 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $119 | $140 |