Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS vs Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS and the Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS was introduced in February 2014 and Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS was introduced in January 2013. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS Highlights

      • 20.0 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points (9 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 0.8 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS Highlights

      • 16 MP 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points (9 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 0.8 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS and Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS.

      PROS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 142 g (0.31 lb / 5.01 oz)
      •   Video Capture
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)

      CONS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 230 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 190 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      •   Sensor Resolution - 20.0 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"

      Advantage of Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS over Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS.

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS vs Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS
      Higher Sensor Resolution 20.0 Megapixel vs 16 Megapixel
      More Powerful Processor DIGIC 4+ vs DIGIC 4
      Max Image Resolution 5152 x 3864 vs 4608 x 3456
      Reaches Wider Angle 24 mm vs 28 mm
      Reachs More Telephoto 240 mm vs 224 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 10x vs 8x
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/3.0 vs f/3.2
      Longer Battery Life 230 shots vs 190 shots

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      Advantage of Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS over Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS.

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS vs Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Single Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Live View Autofocus vs
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus vs
      Larger Screen 2.70" vs 3.0"
      Higher Resolution Screen 230k dot vs 460k dot
      HDMI Output vs Mini
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Lighter 142 g (0.31 lb / 5.01 oz) vs 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO1,6001,600
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        Light142 g (0.31 lb / 5.01 oz)133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)
      WEAKNESSES Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS
        Small Sensor1/2.3-inch1/2.3-inch
        Timelapse Recording
        Few Focus Points99
        Few Cross-type Focus Points00
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen230k dot460k dot
        No Viewfinder
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/2000 sec1/2000 sec
        Low Max Continuous Shooting0.8 fps0.8 fps
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1280 x 7201280 x 720
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing
        Short Battery Life230 shots190 shots

      Screen

      Screen

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution and Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS has a 3.0" screen with 460k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.

      Sensor

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS features a 20.0 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600. Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS features a 16 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600.

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

      Photography Features

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS is equipped with DIGIC 4+ processor and can take pictures up to 5152 x 3864 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3648 x 2736, 2048 x 1536, 640 x 480 with 4:3 aspect ratios. Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS is equipped with DIGIC 4 processor and can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 2592, 4608 x 3072, 3456 x 3456, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 1832, 3264 x 2176, 2448 x 2448, 1920 x 1064, 1600 x 1200, 1600 x 1064, 1200 x 1200, 640 x 480, 640 x 360, 640 x 424, 480 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS comes with NB-11LH battery pack with battery life of 230 shots and Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS comes with NB-11L battery pack with battery life of 190 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS, and up to 1/2000 sec on Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS. Cameras can shoot continuously up to 0.8 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 4.00 m on Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS and 3.50 m on Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS..

      Physical Parameters

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS body has dimensions of 95 x 57 x 24 mm (3.74 x 2.24 x 0.94") and Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS body has dimensions of 95 x 56 x 21 mm (3.74 x 2.2 x 0.83"). Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS weighs 142 g (0.31 lb / 5.01 oz) and Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS weighs 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz).

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

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      57 mm

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      Size comparisons of Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS and Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS and Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      POOR
      50
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      49
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      POOR
      52
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 230 shots
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 190 shots

      Wildlife Photography

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      AVERAGE
      62
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 230 shots
      AVERAGE
      67
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 190 shots

      Portrait Photography

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Street Photography

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      GOOD
      83
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 142 g (0.31 lb / 5.01 oz)
      GOOD
      83
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 142 g (0.31 lb / 5.01 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 230 shots
      EXCELLENT
      87
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 190 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS and Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS and give them scores of 40 and 61 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      OVERALL
      40
      OVERALL
      61

      Sensor

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      POOR
      47
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 20.0 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      AVERAGE
      65
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      AVERAGE
      61
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      BAD
      0
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      POOR
      50
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      POOR
      53
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      BAD
      36
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      GOOD
      73
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS

      Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS

      POOR
      45
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 142 g (0.31 lb / 5.01 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 230 shots
      POOR
      45
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 190 shots


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