Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W810

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W810, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and W810 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 100 HS was announced 3 years before the W810 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the ELPH 100 HS grades against the W810 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 100 HS comes with exterior 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 W810 has sizing of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 100 HS and the W810.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 100 HS and W810 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 100 HS and W810.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony W810 to deliver more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 100 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.