Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Nikon S3000

Lets look more in depth at the Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Nikon S3000, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 360 HS (20MP) and S3000 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 360 HS was released 6 years later than the S3000 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the ELPH 360 HS matches up vs the S3000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Nikon Coolpix S3000. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 360 HS Gallery and Nikon S3000 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 360 HS features outer 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 S3000 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Nikon S3000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 360 HS versus the S3000.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 360 HS and S3000 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 360 HS and S3000.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon ELPH 360 HS to show greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer ELPH 360 HS will have a benefit in sensor technology.