Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Nikon S1100pj

Following is a extended comparison of the Canon ELPH 360 HS and Nikon S1100pj, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the ELPH 360 HS (20MP) and S1100pj (14MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 360 HS was revealed 5 years after the S1100pj which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the ELPH 360 HS matches up versus the S1100pj for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Nikon Coolpix S1100pj. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 360 HS Gallery and Nikon S1100pj Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 360 HS has got 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) and the Nikon S1100pj has sizing of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 360 HS and Nikon S1100pj in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 360 HS and the S1100pj.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 360 HS and S1100pj is 95 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 360 HS and S1100pj.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon ELPH 360 HS to resolve more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer ELPH 360 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.