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Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Nikon S2900

Portability
95
Imaging
46
Features
25
Overall
37
Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS front
 
Nikon Coolpix S2900 front
Portability
96
Imaging
46
Features
32
Overall
40

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Nikon S2900 Key Specs

Canon ELPH 190 IS
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-240mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
  • 138g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
  • Revealed January 2016
Nikon S2900
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
  • 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2015
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Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Nikon S2900 Overview

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 190 IS versus Nikon S2900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the ELPH 190 IS (20MP) and the S2900 (20MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The ELPH 190 IS was revealed 12 months later than the S2900 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ELPH 190 IS grades vs the S2900 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 190 IS over the Nikon S2900

 ELPH 190 IS S2900 
AnnouncedJanuary 2016January 2015More recent by 12 months

Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Canon ELPH 190 IS

 S2900 ELPH 190 IS 

Common features in the Canon ELPH 190 IS and Nikon S2900

 ELPH 190 IS S2900 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen size
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Nikon S2900 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 190 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Nikon S2900 has sizing of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 190 IS versus the S2900.

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Nikon S2900 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 190 IS and S2900 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Nikon S2900 top view buttons comparison

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Nikon S2900 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 190 IS and S2900.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The younger ELPH 190 IS provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Nikon S2900 sensor size comparison

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Nikon S2900 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Nikon S2900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon ELPH 190 IS Portrait photography info
Nikon S2900 Portrait photography info
39
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
has face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
39
MP count good (20MP)
includes face detection focusing
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon ELPH 190 IS Street photography factors
Nikon S2900 Street photography factors
59
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
59
built in image stabilization (Digital)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon ELPH 190 IS Sports photography details
Nikon S2900 Sports photography details
37
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
max frames per second very slow (0.8 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
low battery life (190 shots)
lack of phase detect AF
51
built in image stabilization (Digital)
MP count good (20 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
better than average battery pack (250 shots)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon ELPH 190 IS Travel photography factors
Nikon S2900 Travel photography factors
64
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
missing Time Lapse function
low battery life (190 per charge)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
70
better than average battery pack (250 CIPA)
MP count good (20MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon ELPH 190 IS as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon S2900 as a Landscape photography camera
40
pretty wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
low battery life (190 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse function
44
decently wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
MP count good (20MP)
better than average battery pack (250 CIPA)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of manual mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon ELPH 190 IS Vlogging features
Nikon S2900 Vlogging features
32
pretty wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection focusing
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic support
32
decently wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
includes face detection focusing
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic port
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Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Nikon S2900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon ELPH 190 IS and Nikon S2900
 Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 ISNikon Coolpix S2900
General Information
Brand Canon Nikon
Model Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS Nikon Coolpix S2900
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2016-01-05 2015-01-14
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by DIGIC 4+ Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 5152 x 3864 5152 x 3864
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-240mm (10.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.0-6.9 f/3.2-6.5
Macro focus range 1cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 0.8 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) 4.00 m
Flash options Auto, on, slow synchro, off -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) 1280 x 720 (30p)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 138g (0.30 lb) 119g (0.26 lb)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 190 photographs 250 photographs
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NB-11LH EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $159 $117