Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Olympus TG-870

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 150 IS and Olympus TG-870, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 150 IS (20MP) and TG-870 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 150 IS was released 23 months earlier than the TG-870 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ELPH 150 IS scores versus the TG-870 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS and Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 150 IS Gallery and Olympus TG-870 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 150 IS has exterior 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) while the Olympus TG-870 has proportions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the ELPH 150 IS versus the TG-870.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 150 IS and TG-870 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 150 IS and TG-870.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon ELPH 150 IS to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 150 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.