Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Sony TX7

Lets look closer at the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Sony TX7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the TX7 (10MP) is very similar but the ELPH 300 HS (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The ELPH 300 HS was released 14 months later than the TX7 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the ELPH 300 HS matches up versus the TX7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 300 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 300 HS has exterior dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony TX7 has proportions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 300 HS versus Sony TX7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 300 HS against the TX7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 300 HS and TX7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 300 HS and TX7.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The ELPH 300 HS due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Canon ELPH 300 HS will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 300 HS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.