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 Nikon W300 and Canon ELPH 190 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon W300 has external dimensions of 112 x 66 x 29 mm (4.41 x 2.6 x 1.14″) and weighs 231 g (0.51 lb / 8.15 oz) (including batteries). 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).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon W300 and the Canon ELPH 190 IS. Canon ELPH 190 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 17mm narrower, 9mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Nikon W300.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon W300 and Canon ELPH 190 IS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon W300 and Canon ELPH 190 IS.
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 (93g ) than the Nikon W300 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the W300, 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 W300'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.