Canon ELPH 130 vs Sony W560
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Sony W560 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 21mm
- Launched January 2013
- Other Name is IXUS 140
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2011
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On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon ELPH 130 and Sony W560, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the ELPH 130 (16MP) and the W560 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe ELPH 130 was announced 2 years after the W560 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the ELPH 130 grades versus the W560 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 130 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 130 Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 130 over the Sony W560
| ELPH 130 | W560 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2013 |  | January 2011 | More modern by 25 months |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W560 over the Canon ELPH 130
| W560 | ELPH 130 |
|---|
Common features in the Canon ELPH 130 and Sony W560
| ELPH 130 | W560 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Canon ELPH 130 vs Sony W560 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 130 enjoys outside measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Sony W560 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Check out the Canon ELPH 130 and Sony W560 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 130 versus the W560.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 130 and W560 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Canon ELPH 130 vs Sony W560 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 130 and W560.
Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon ELPH 130 to offer you more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer ELPH 130 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon ELPH 130 vs Sony W560 Specifications
| Canon ELPH 130 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
| Model | Canon ELPH 130 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560 |
| Alternate name | IXUS 140 | - |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2011-01-06 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | DIGIC 4 | 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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.80 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 133 gr (0.29 lbs) | 110 gr (0.24 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | 190 photographs | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | NB-11L | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $0 | $139 |