Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon S2900
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Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon S2900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 127g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Announced February 2014
- Additionally Known as IXUS 150
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2015
Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon S2900 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon ELPH 140 IS versus Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the ELPH 140 IS (16MP) and the S2900 (20MP) is very similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe ELPH 140 IS was released 11 months before the S2900 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ELPH 140 IS scores vs the S2900 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon S2900 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS and Nikon Coolpix S2900. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 140 IS Gallery and Nikon S2900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 140 IS over the Nikon S2900
ELPH 140 IS | S2900 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Canon ELPH 140 IS
S2900 | ELPH 140 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | February 2014 | Newer by 11 months |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 140 IS and Nikon S2900
ELPH 140 IS | S2900 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon S2900 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 140 IS offers exterior 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 S2900 has proportions of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Canon ELPH 140 IS versus Nikon S2900 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 140 IS vs the S2900.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 140 IS and S2900 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon S2900 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 140 IS and S2900.
As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S2900 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 140 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Nikon S2900 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS | Nikon Coolpix S2900 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS | Nikon Coolpix S2900 |
Also Known as | IXUS 150 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2014-02-12 | 2015-01-14 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4+ | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 pounds) | 119 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 250 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $129 | $117 |