Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S01

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon ELPH 150 IS and Nikon S01, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the ELPH 150 IS (20MP) and S01 (10MP) and the ELPH 150 IS (1/2.3") and S01 (1/2.9") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The ELPH 150 IS was released 8 months later than the S01 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the ELPH 150 IS grades against the S01 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS & Nikon Coolpix S01. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 150 IS Gallery & Nikon S01 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 150 IS enjoys outer measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Nikon S01 has specifications of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the ELPH 150 IS vs the S01.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 150 IS and S01 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The graphic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 150 IS and S01.

All in all, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The ELPH 150 IS due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon ELPH 150 IS will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 150 IS provides an advantage in sensor technology.