Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Nikon S220

Let's look more in depth at the Canon ELPH 360 HS versus Nikon S220, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 360 HS (20MP) and S220 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 360 HS was brought out 7 years after the S220 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the ELPH 360 HS matches up vs the S220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Nikon Coolpix S220. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 360 HS Gallery and Nikon S220 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 360 HS has got physical 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) while the Nikon S220 has sizing of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).

Examine the Canon ELPH 360 HS versus Nikon S220 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 360 HS vs the S220.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 360 HS and S220 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 360 HS and S220.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon ELPH 360 HS to result in extra detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer ELPH 360 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.