Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon L32

Following is a complete comparison of the Canon ELPH 140 IS versus Nikon L32, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 140 IS (16MP) and the L32 (20MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 140 IS was unveiled 11 months prior to the L32 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the ELPH 140 IS grades against the L32 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS and Nikon Coolpix L32. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 140 IS Gallery and Nikon L32 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. 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) while the Nikon L32 has proportions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 140 IS versus the L32.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 140 IS and L32 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The picture below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 140 IS and L32.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon L32 to resolve more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 140 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.