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 190 IS and Nikon AW120 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon ELPH 190 IS has external dimensions of 95 x 57 x 24 mm (3.74 x 2.24 x 0.94″) and weighs 138 g (0.30 lb / 4.87 oz) (including batteries). Nikon AW120 has external dimensions of 110 x 66 x 26 mm (4.33 x 2.6 x 1.02″) and weighs 213 g (0.47 lb / 7.51 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon ELPH 190 IS and the Nikon AW120. Canon ELPH 190 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 15mm narrower, 9mm shorter and 2mm thinner than Nikon AW120.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon ELPH 190 IS and Nikon AW120.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon ELPH 190 IS and Nikon AW120.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon ELPH 190 IS is significantly lighter (75g ) than the Nikon AW120 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the AW120, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the 190 IS.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon AW120's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon ELPH 190 IS's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.