Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Casio EX-Z550

Below is a detailed assessment of the Canon ELPH 140 IS and Casio EX-Z550, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the ELPH 140 IS (16MP) and the EX-Z550 (14MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 140 IS was introduced 4 years later than the EX-Z550 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the ELPH 140 IS grades against the EX-Z550 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS and Casio Exilim EX-Z550. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 140 IS Gallery and Casio EX-Z550 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 140 IS features outside dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z550 has sizing of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 140 IS and Casio EX-Z550 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 140 IS against the EX-Z550.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 140 IS and EX-Z550 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 140 IS and EX-Z550.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon ELPH 140 IS to render more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 140 IS provides an advantage in sensor innovation.