Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W320

Below is a extended comparison of the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Sony W320, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the W320 (14MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 100 HS was released 14 months later than the W320 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the ELPH 100 HS scores vs the W320 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Sony W320 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 100 HS provides physical measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony W320 has specifications of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Sony W320 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 100 HS and the W320.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 100 HS and W320 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 100 HS and W320.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony W320 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 100 HS will have an advantage in sensor technology.