Canon ELPH 180 vs Nikon S1100pj

Here is a complete review of the Canon ELPH 180 versus Nikon S1100pj, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the ELPH 180 (20MP) and S1100pj (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 180 was brought out 5 years later than the S1100pj and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the ELPH 180 grades against the S1100pj when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 & Nikon Coolpix S1100pj. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 180 Gallery & Nikon S1100pj Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 180 has physical measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon S1100pj has measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 180 vs the S1100pj.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 180 and S1100pj is 96 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 180 and S1100pj.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Canon ELPH 180 to deliver more detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 180 should have an edge in sensor tech.