Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S4300
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Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S4300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 142g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Announced February 2014
- Alternative Name is IXUS 155
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Released February 2012
Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S4300 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S4300, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the ELPH 150 IS (20MP) and S4300 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe ELPH 150 IS was released 2 years later than the S4300 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon ELPH 150 IS being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon S4300 being a Compact camera.
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the ELPH 150 IS grades vs the S4300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S4300 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS and Nikon Coolpix S4300. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 150 IS Gallery and Nikon S4300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 150 IS over the Nikon S4300
ELPH 150 IS | S4300 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | February 2012 | Fresher by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Canon ELPH 150 IS
S4300 | ELPH 150 IS | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 150 IS and Nikon S4300
ELPH 150 IS | S4300 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S4300 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 150 IS has got exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon S4300 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S4300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 150 IS compared to the S4300.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 150 IS and S4300 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S4300 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 150 IS and S4300.
Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon ELPH 150 IS to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 150 IS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S4300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS | Nikon Coolpix S4300 |
Other name | IXUS 155 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 142 grams (0.31 lbs) | 139 grams (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | 180 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11LH | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $149 | $119 |