Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Canon SD940 IS

Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Canon SD940 IS, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both sold by Canon. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 360 HS (20MP) and SD940 IS (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 360 HS was brought out 6 years later than the SD940 IS and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ELPH 360 HS scores against the SD940 IS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS & Canon PowerShot SD940 IS. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 360 HS Gallery & Canon SD940 IS Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 360 HS features exterior dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Canon SD940 IS has specifications of 89mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 360 HS compared to the SD940 IS.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 360 HS and SD940 IS is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 360 HS and SD940 IS.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon ELPH 360 HS to resolve greater detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 360 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.