Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony TX5

The following is a in depth comparison of the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Sony TX5, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the TX5 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the ELPH 100 HS (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ELPH 100 HS was manufactured 12 months after the TX5 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the ELPH 100 HS matches up vs the TX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 100 HS provides exterior dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony TX5 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Sony TX5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 100 HS and the TX5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 100 HS and TX5 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 100 HS and TX5.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The ELPH 100 HS featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon ELPH 100 HS will show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 100 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.