Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon L31

Below is a thorough review of the Canon ELPH 140 IS versus Nikon L31, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the ELPH 140 IS (16MP) and the L31 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 140 IS was manufactured 11 months earlier than the L31 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ELPH 140 IS grades versus the L31 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS and Nikon Coolpix L31. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 140 IS Gallery and Nikon L31 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 140 IS offers outside dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon L31 has proportions of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 140 IS versus Nikon L31 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 140 IS vs the L31.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 140 IS and L31 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The photograph here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 140 IS and L31.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs however you will want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older ELPH 140 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.