Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Nikon S4100

Its time to look closer at the Canon ELPH 350 HS versus Nikon S4100, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the ELPH 350 HS (20MP) and S4100 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 350 HS was launched 4 years after the S4100 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the ELPH 350 HS scores versus the S4100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 350 HS & Nikon Coolpix S4100. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 350 HS Gallery & Nikon S4100 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 350 HS enjoys outside measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon S4100 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 350 HS compared to the S4100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 350 HS and S4100 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 350 HS and S4100.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon ELPH 350 HS to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 350 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.