Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony TX7
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony TX7 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
- Introduced January 2013
- Alternate Name is IXUS 132 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Released January 2010

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony TX7 Overview
The following is a complete comparison of the Canon Elph 115 IS and Sony TX7, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and TX7 (10MP) and the Elph 115 IS (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") come with different sensor sizes.

The Elph 115 IS was brought out 3 years after the TX7 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the Elph 115 IS matches up versus the TX7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony TX7 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon Elph 115 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The entire galleries are provided at Canon Elph 115 IS Gallery & Sony TX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon Elph 115 IS over the Sony TX7
Elph 115 IS | TX7 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 38 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX7 over the Canon Elph 115 IS
TX7 | Elph 115 IS | |||
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Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon Elph 115 IS and Sony TX7
Elph 115 IS | TX7 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony TX7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon Elph 115 IS provides physical measurements of 93mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony TX7 has dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Canon Elph 115 IS and Sony TX7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Elph 115 IS against the TX7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Elph 115 IS and TX7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony TX7 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Elph 115 IS and TX7.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Elph 115 IS due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon Elph 115 IS will show extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Elph 115 IS should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony TX7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony TX7 Specifications
Canon Elph 115 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon Elph 115 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 |
Alternate name | IXUS 132 HS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 5 | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
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 mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 pounds) | 149 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $225 | $300 |