Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony WX1

Its time to examine more closely at the Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony WX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is very well matched but the ELPH 100 HS (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") feature totally different sensor size.

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The ELPH 100 HS was announced 19 months after the WX1 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the ELPH 100 HS grades vs the WX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 100 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 100 HS has got physical dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check the Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Sony WX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 100 HS and the WX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 100 HS and WX1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The pic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 100 HS and WX1.

Plainly, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The ELPH 100 HS having a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon ELPH 100 HS will give you more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The newer ELPH 100 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.