Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SX700 HS
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SX700 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.7-5.9) lens
- 135g - 93 x 57 x 20mm
- Launched January 2013
- Additionally referred to as IXUS 132 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Announced February 2014
- Later Model is Canon SX710 HS

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SX700 HS Overview
The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon Elph 115 IS versus Canon SX700 HS, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Canon. The image resolution of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and the SX700 HS (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Elph 115 IS was revealed 12 months prior to the SX700 HS and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon Elph 115 IS being a Ultracompact camera and the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Elph 115 IS matches up versus the SX700 HS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SX700 HS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon Elph 115 IS and Canon PowerShot SX700 HS. The full galleries are available at Canon Elph 115 IS Gallery and Canon SX700 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon Elph 115 IS over the Canon SX700 HS
Elph 115 IS | SX700 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX700 HS over the Canon Elph 115 IS
SX700 HS | Elph 115 IS | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 12 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Canon Elph 115 IS and Canon SX700 HS
Elph 115 IS | SX700 HS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SX700 HS Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon Elph 115 IS offers exterior dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Canon SX700 HS has dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Examine the Canon Elph 115 IS versus Canon SX700 HS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Elph 115 IS and the SX700 HS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Elph 115 IS and SX700 HS is 96 and 89 respectively.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SX700 HS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Elph 115 IS and SX700 HS.
As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you would want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged Elph 115 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SX700 HS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SX700 HS Specifications
Canon Elph 115 IS | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon Elph 115 IS | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS |
Also called | IXUS 132 HS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2014-02-12 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 5 | Digic 6 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | f/3.2-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | PureColor II G TFT |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/3200 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per second | 9.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 lb) | 269g (0.59 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
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 | 170 images | 250 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | NB-6LH |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $225 | $349 |