Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W350
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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W350 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
- Launched February 2011
- Alternate Name is IXUS 115 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
- Launched January 2010
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W350 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W350, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the W350 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe ELPH 100 HS was revealed 14 months after the W350 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the ELPH 100 HS matches up against the W350 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W350 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Sony W350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 100 HS over the Sony W350
ELPH 100 HS | W350 | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 14 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Canon ELPH 100 HS
W350 | ELPH 100 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Sony W350
ELPH 100 HS | W350 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 100 HS comes with outside dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony W350 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Look at the Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W350 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 100 HS vs the W350.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 100 HS and W350 is 96 and 97 respectively.
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The pic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 100 HS and W350.
To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony W350 to result in more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 100 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W350 Specifications
Canon ELPH 100 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon ELPH 100 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 |
Other name | IXUS 115 HS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-02-07 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 grams (0.31 pounds) | 117 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-4L | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $194 | $200 |