Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Sony TX9

Below, we will be matching up the Canon ELPH 300 HS and Sony TX9, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 300 HS was brought out 8 months later than the TX9 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the ELPH 300 HS matches up against the TX9 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 300 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery & Sony TX9 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 300 HS has physical dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony TX9 has specifications of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 300 HS against the TX9.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 300 HS and TX9 is 96 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 300 HS and TX9.

To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you need to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more modern ELPH 300 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.