Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony TX1
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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony TX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 140g - 93 x 56 x 20mm
- Released February 2011
- Alternative Name is IXUS 115 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Introduced August 2009

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony TX1 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Sony TX1, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the ELPH 100 HS (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") use totally different sensor sizing.

The ELPH 100 HS was brought out 19 months after the TX1 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the ELPH 100 HS grades vs the TX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony TX1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 100 HS over the Sony TX1
ELPH 100 HS | TX1 | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 19 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Canon ELPH 100 HS
TX1 | ELPH 100 HS | |||
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Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Sony TX1
ELPH 100 HS | TX1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 100 HS enjoys outside dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony TX1 has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Sony TX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 100 HS versus the TX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 100 HS and TX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The image here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 100 HS and TX1.
Clearly, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The ELPH 100 HS due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon ELPH 100 HS will show more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer ELPH 100 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony TX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Canon ELPH 100 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon ELPH 100 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Also called as | IXUS 115 HS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-02-07 | 2009-08-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1250 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 lbs) | 142 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-4L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $194 | $350 |