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Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon L810

Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
26
Overall
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Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS front
 
Nikon Coolpix L810 front
Portability
74
Imaging
39
Features
38
Overall
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Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon L810 Key Specs

Canon ELPH 140 IS
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
  • 127g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
  • Launched February 2014
  • Additionally Known as IXUS 150
Nikon L810
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
  • Released February 2012
  • Newer Model is Nikon L820
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Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon L810 Overview

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon ELPH 140 IS versus Nikon L810, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the ELPH 140 IS (16MP) and the L810 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 140 IS was brought out 2 years later than the L810 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon ELPH 140 IS being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon L810 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the ELPH 140 IS matches up vs the L810 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 140 IS over the Nikon L810

 ELPH 140 IS L810 
ReleasedFebruary 2014February 2012Fresher by 25 months

Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Canon ELPH 140 IS

 L810 ELPH 140 IS 
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution921k230kSharper display (+691k dot)

Common features in the Canon ELPH 140 IS and Nikon L810

 ELPH 140 IS L810 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon L810 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 140 IS features physical measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon L810 has specifications of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).

Examine the Canon ELPH 140 IS versus Nikon L810 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 140 IS against the L810.

Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon L810 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 140 IS and L810 is 96 and 74 respectively.

Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon L810 top view buttons comparison

Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon L810 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 140 IS and L810.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos however you should really consider the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher ELPH 140 IS should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon L810 sensor size comparison

Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon L810 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon L810 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon ELPH 140 IS Portrait photography info
Nikon L810 Portrait photography info
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sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
offers face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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MP count good (16 megapixels)
provides face detection autofocus
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon ELPH 140 IS Street photography information
Nikon L810 Street photography information
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has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Canon ELPH 140 IS Sports photography highlights
Nikon L810 Sports photography highlights
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has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
max fps low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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excellent zoom range (23-585mm 25.4 x zoom)
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
slow continuous shooting (1.2 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon ELPH 140 IS Travel photography details
Nikon L810 Travel photography details
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sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
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MP count good (16MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (23mm)
great reach (585mm)
no Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon ELPH 140 IS
Landscape photography with Nikon L810
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reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
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decently wide (23mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
no manual control
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon ELPH 140 IS
Vlogging with Nikon L810
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reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focusing
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone socket
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decently wide (23mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detection autofocus
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external microphone support
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Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon L810 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon ELPH 140 IS and Nikon L810
 Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 ISNikon Coolpix L810
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Nikon
Model type Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS Nikon Coolpix L810
Also called IXUS 150 -
Type Ultracompact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2014-02-12 2012-02-01
Physical type Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Digic 4+ -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-224mm (8.0x) 23-585mm (25.4x)
Max aperture f/3.2-6.9 f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing range 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech TFT LCD TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s 1.2 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.00 m -
Flash modes Auto, on, off, slow sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 127 grams (0.28 lbs) 430 grams (0.95 lbs)
Dimensions 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 230 photographs 300 photographs
Form of battery Battery Pack AA
Battery ID NB-11L 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Cost at launch $129 $280