Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S6400
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Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S6400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 127g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Also referred to as IXUS 145
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 150g - 95 x 58 x 27mm
- Launched August 2012

Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S6400 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S6400, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 135 (16MP) and the S6400 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The ELPH 135 was introduced 18 months later than the S6400 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ELPH 135 matches up vs the S6400 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S6400 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 & Nikon Coolpix S6400. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 135 Gallery & Nikon S6400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 135 over the Nikon S6400
ELPH 135 | S6400 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | August 2012 | Fresher by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6400 over the Canon ELPH 135
S6400 | ELPH 135 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 135 and Nikon S6400
ELPH 135 | S6400 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S6400 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 135 features exterior dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6400 has proportions of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
Analyze the Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S6400 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the ELPH 135 and the S6400.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 135 and S6400 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S6400 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The visual here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 135 and S6400.
As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent ELPH 135 should have a benefit in sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S6400 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 135 vs Nikon S6400 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 | Nikon Coolpix S6400 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 | Nikon Coolpix S6400 |
Also called | IXUS 145 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2014-02-12 | 2012-08-22 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4+ | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 127 gr (0.28 pounds) | 150 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 95 x 58 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | 160 shots |
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 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $119 | $500 |