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Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S7000

Portability
95
Imaging
45
Features
21
Overall
35
Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS front
 
Nikon Coolpix S7000 front
Portability
94
Imaging
40
Features
40
Overall
40

Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S7000 Key Specs

Canon ELPH 150 IS
(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
Nikon S7000
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-500mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
  • 165g - 99 x 60 x 27mm
  • Introduced February 2015
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Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S7000 Overview

The following is a complete analysis of the Canon ELPH 150 IS versus Nikon S7000, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the ELPH 150 IS (20MP) and S7000 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 150 IS was introduced 12 months earlier than the S7000 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the ELPH 150 IS scores vs the S7000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 150 IS over the Nikon S7000

 ELPH 150 IS S7000 

Reasons to pick Nikon S7000 over the Canon ELPH 150 IS

 S7000 ELPH 150 IS 
IntroducedFebruary 2015February 2014Newer by 12 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Canon ELPH 150 IS and Nikon S7000

 ELPH 150 IS S7000 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S7000 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 150 IS comes with physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Nikon S7000 has specifications of 99mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 150 IS versus Nikon S7000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 150 IS compared to the S7000.

Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S7000 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 150 IS and S7000 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S7000 top view buttons comparison

Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S7000 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 150 IS and S7000.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Canon ELPH 150 IS to show more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 150 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S7000 sensor size comparison

Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S7000 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S7000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon ELPH 150 IS Portrait photography details
Nikon S7000 Portrait photography details
33
decent MP (20MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
35
MP count good (16MP)
includes face detect focusing
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon ELPH 150 IS as a Street photography camera
Nikon S7000 as a Street photography camera
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
more heavy than average in class (165 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Canon ELPH 150 IS Sports photography features
Nikon S7000 Sports photography features
39
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (20MP)
slow fps (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
45
long zoom range (25-500mm 20.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
includes tracking focus
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon ELPH 150 IS as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S7000 as a Travel photography camera
67
decent MP (20MP)
has built in flash
really wide (24mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
65
MP count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
very long reach (500mm)
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
more heavy than average in class (165 grams)
does not posses selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon ELPH 150 IS Landscape photography features
Nikon S7000 Landscape photography features
41
really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (20MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse recording
43
decently wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
manual exposure not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon ELPH 150 IS
Vlogging with Nikon S7000
30
really wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.0)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic jack
32
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
does not posses selfie friendly display
does not have microphone socket
more heavy than average in class (165g)
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Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon S7000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon ELPH 150 IS and Nikon S7000
 Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 ISNikon Coolpix S7000
General Information
Brand Name Canon Nikon
Model type Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS Nikon Coolpix S7000
Also Known as IXUS 155 -
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2014-02-12 2015-02-10
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Digic 4+ -
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 4:3
Max resolution 5152 x 3864 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-240mm (10.0x) 25-500mm (20.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.0-6.9 f/3.4-6.5
Macro focusing distance 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 230k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 seconds 4 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per second 9.2 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.00 m 5.70 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, on, off, slow sync -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 142 gr (0.31 lbs) 165 gr (0.36 lbs)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 99 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1")
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 shots 180 shots
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NB-11LH EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $149 $280