Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Casio EX-Z400

The following is a in-depth review of the Canon ELPH 140 IS versus Casio EX-Z400, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Casio. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the ELPH 140 IS (16MP) and EX-Z400 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 140 IS was launched 5 years after the EX-Z400 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the ELPH 140 IS grades against the EX-Z400 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS & Casio Exilim EX-Z400. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 140 IS Gallery & Casio EX-Z400 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 140 IS comes with physical measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z400 has measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the ELPH 140 IS versus the EX-Z400.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 140 IS and EX-Z400 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 140 IS and EX-Z400.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Canon ELPH 140 IS to offer more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 140 IS is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.