Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Nikon D3100

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 150 IS and Nikon D3100, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the ELPH 150 IS (20MP) and D3100 (14MP) and the ELPH 150 IS (1/2.3") and D3100 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The ELPH 150 IS was brought out 3 years after the D3100 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon ELPH 150 IS being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon D3100 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the ELPH 150 IS scores against the D3100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS & Nikon D3100. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 150 IS Gallery & Nikon D3100 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 150 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Nikon D3100 has specifications of 124mm x 96mm x 75mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 150 IS compared to the D3100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 150 IS and D3100 is 95 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 150 IS and D3100.

All in all, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ELPH 150 IS featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Canon ELPH 150 IS will give you extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 150 IS will have a benefit in sensor technology.