Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Sony T900
96 Imaging
36 Features
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96 Imaging
35 Features
30 Overall
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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.7-5.9) lens
- 141g - 92 x 56 x 20mm
- Announced February 2011
- Also Known as IXUS 220 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Announced February 2009
Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Sony T900 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Canon ELPH 300 HS and Sony T900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the T900 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe ELPH 300 HS was announced 24 months later than the T900 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the ELPH 300 HS matches up versus the T900 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Sony T900 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 300 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery & Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 300 HS over the Sony T900
ELPH 300 HS | T900 | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | February 2009 | More recent by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Canon ELPH 300 HS
T900 | ELPH 300 HS | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen size | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 300 HS and Sony T900
ELPH 300 HS | T900 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 300 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony T900 has sizing of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Canon ELPH 300 HS and Sony T900 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 300 HS vs the T900.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 300 HS and T900 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The visual here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 300 HS and T900.
As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of files but you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger ELPH 300 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Sony T900 Specifications
Canon ELPH 300 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon ELPH 300 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Also called as | IXUS 220 HS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-02-07 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 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 | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 141 grams (0.31 lbs) | 143 grams (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 56 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-4L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $250 | $300 |