Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Nikon L21

Here is a complete comparison of the Canon ELPH 190 IS versus Nikon L21, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the ELPH 190 IS (20MP) and L21 (8MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 190 IS was announced 6 years later than the L21 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon ELPH 190 IS being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon L21 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the ELPH 190 IS matches up vs the L21 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS & Nikon Coolpix L21. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 190 IS Gallery & Nikon L21 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 190 IS comes with physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Nikon L21 has specifications of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 190 IS versus Nikon L21 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 190 IS against the L21.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 190 IS and L21 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 190 IS and L21.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon ELPH 190 IS to resolve greater detail with its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 190 IS should have an advantage in sensor tech.