Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W830
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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W830 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 140g - 93 x 56 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2011
- Also referred to as IXUS 115 HS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 122g - 93 x 52 x 23mm
- Revealed January 2014
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W830 Overview
The following is a extended assessment of the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Sony W830, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and W830 (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe ELPH 100 HS was brought out 3 years earlier than the W830 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the ELPH 100 HS matches up vs the W830 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W830 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 100 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery & Sony W830 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 100 HS over the Sony W830
ELPH 100 HS | W830 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony W830 over the Canon ELPH 100 HS
W830 | ELPH 100 HS | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | February 2011 | Newer by 35 months |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Sony W830
ELPH 100 HS | W830 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W830 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 100 HS features outer dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony W830 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).
Contrast the Canon ELPH 100 HS and Sony W830 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 100 HS vs the W830.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 100 HS and W830 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W830 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 100 HS and W830.
As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony W830 to give you more detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 100 HS is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony W830 Specifications
Canon ELPH 100 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon ELPH 100 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830 |
Also Known as | IXUS 115 HS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-02-07 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 2.80 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone 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 gr (0.31 lb) | 122 gr (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 93 x 52 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
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 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-4L | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $194 | $128 |