Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony T900

Here is a thorough assessment of the Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony T900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the T900 (12MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 100 HS was released 24 months later than the T900 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the ELPH 100 HS scores against the T900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Sony T900 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 100 HS offers exterior dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony T900 has sizing of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

Analyze the Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony T900 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 100 HS against the T900.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 100 HS and T900 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 100 HS and T900.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you will need to take the age of the products into consideration. The younger ELPH 100 HS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.