Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony TX9
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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony TX9 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
- Announced February 2011
- Alternative Name is IXUS 115 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Announced July 2010
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony TX9 Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Sony TX9, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe ELPH 100 HS was brought out 8 months after the TX9 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the ELPH 100 HS grades vs the TX9 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony TX9 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 100 HS over the Sony TX9
ELPH 100 HS | TX9 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | July 2010 | Newer by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX9 over the Canon ELPH 100 HS
TX9 | ELPH 100 HS | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Sony TX9
ELPH 100 HS | TX9 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony TX9 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 100 HS provides external measurements 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 TX9 has specifications of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Sony TX9 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 100 HS compared to the TX9.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 100 HS and TX9 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony TX9 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The pic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 100 HS and TX9.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of images however you need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer ELPH 100 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony TX9 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony TX9 Specifications
Canon ELPH 100 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon ELPH 100 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 |
Also called as | IXUS 115 HS | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-02-07 | 2010-07-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 lb) | 149 gr (0.33 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-4L | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $194 | $799 |