Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon ELPH 150 IS and Nikon AW100 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon ELPH 150 IS has external dimensions of 95 x 57 x 24 mm (3.74 x 2.24 x 0.94″) and weighs 142 g (0.31 lb / 5.01 oz) (including batteries). Nikon AW100 has external dimensions of 110 x 65 x 23 mm (4.33 x 2.56 x 0.91″) and weighs 178 g (0.39 lb / 6.28 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon ELPH 150 IS and the Nikon AW100. Canon ELPH 150 IS is 15mm narrower and 8mm shorter than Nikon AW100 but it is also 1mm thicker.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon ELPH 150 IS and Nikon AW100.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon ELPH 150 IS is significantly lighter (36g ) than the Nikon AW100 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the AW100, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the ELPH 150 IS.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon AW100's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon ELPH 150 IS's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.