Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Sony W380

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon ELPH 140 IS and Sony W380, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 140 IS (16MP) and the W380 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 140 IS was launched 4 years after the W380 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the ELPH 140 IS grades against the W380 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 140 IS Gallery & Sony W380 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 140 IS has got outside 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) and the Sony W380 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the ELPH 140 IS and the W380.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 140 IS and W380 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 140 IS and W380.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Canon ELPH 140 IS to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 140 IS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.