Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Nikon L31

In this article, we will be comparing the Canon ELPH 190 IS and Nikon L31, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 190 IS (20MP) and L31 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 190 IS was unveiled 12 months later than the L31 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the ELPH 190 IS scores vs the L31 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS and Nikon Coolpix L31. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 190 IS Gallery and Nikon L31 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 190 IS has got outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Nikon L31 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Canon ELPH 190 IS and Nikon L31 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 190 IS against the L31.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 190 IS and L31 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The visual below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 190 IS and L31.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon ELPH 190 IS to render greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer ELPH 190 IS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.