Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony A100
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony A100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.7-5.9) lens
- 135g - 93 x 57 x 20mm
- Announced January 2013
- Alternative Name is IXUS 132 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 638g - 133 x 95 x 71mm
- Launched July 2006
- Succeeded the Konica Minolta 5D
- New Model is Sony A550
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony A100 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Canon Elph 115 IS and Sony A100, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and A100 (10MP) and the Elph 115 IS (1/2.3") and A100 (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.
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Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Elph 115 IS matches up vs the A100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony A100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon Elph 115 IS and Sony Alpha DSLR-A100. The full galleries are available at Canon Elph 115 IS Gallery and Sony A100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon Elph 115 IS over the Sony A100
Elph 115 IS | A100 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | July 2006 | More modern by 80 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A100 over the Canon Elph 115 IS
A100 | Elph 115 IS | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon Elph 115 IS and Sony A100
Elph 115 IS | A100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony A100 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon Elph 115 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Sony A100 has dimensions of 133mm x 95mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 638 grams (1.41 lbs).
Contrast the Canon Elph 115 IS and Sony A100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Elph 115 IS against the A100.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Elph 115 IS and A100 is 96 and 64 respectively.
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony A100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Elph 115 IS and A100.
To sum up, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Elph 115 IS having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Canon Elph 115 IS will offer you greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent Elph 115 IS provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony A100 Specifications
Canon Elph 115 IS | Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon Elph 115 IS | Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 |
Also called as | IXUS 132 HS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2006-07-31 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 lb) | 638 grams (1.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 133 x 95 x 71mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 476 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 170 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | NP-FM55H |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $225 | $1,000 |