Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Olympus VG-110
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Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Olympus VG-110 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
- Introduced February 2014
- Alternate Name is IXUS 150
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 105g - 92 x 54 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2011

Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Olympus VG-110 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Olympus VG-110, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the ELPH 140 IS (16MP) and VG-110 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ELPH 140 IS was introduced 3 years after the VG-110 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the ELPH 140 IS matches up against the VG-110 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Olympus VG-110 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS & Olympus VG-110. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 140 IS Gallery & Olympus VG-110 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 140 IS over the Olympus VG-110
ELPH 140 IS | VG-110 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2011 | More modern by 37 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-110 over the Canon ELPH 140 IS
VG-110 | ELPH 140 IS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 140 IS and Olympus VG-110
ELPH 140 IS | VG-110 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Olympus VG-110 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 140 IS comes with outer dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Olympus VG-110 has specifications of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).
See the Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Olympus VG-110 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 140 IS vs the VG-110.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 140 IS and VG-110 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Olympus VG-110 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 140 IS and VG-110.
As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon ELPH 140 IS to result in greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 140 IS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Olympus VG-110 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Olympus VG-110 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS | Olympus VG-110 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS | Olympus VG-110 |
Alternate name | IXUS 150 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2014-02-12 | 2011-02-08 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4+ | TruePic III |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 27-108mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 127g (0.28 pounds) | 105g (0.23 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 92 x 54 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" 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 images | 170 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $129 | $150 |