Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony TX9
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony TX9 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
- Released January 2013
- Additionally referred to as IXUS 132 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Released July 2010

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony TX9 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon Elph 115 IS versus Sony TX9, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and TX9 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Elph 115 IS was released 2 years after the TX9 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the Elph 115 IS grades against the TX9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony TX9 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon Elph 115 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The complete galleries are available at Canon Elph 115 IS Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon Elph 115 IS over the Sony TX9
Elph 115 IS | TX9 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2010 | More modern by 32 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX9 over the Canon Elph 115 IS
TX9 | Elph 115 IS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon Elph 115 IS and Sony TX9
Elph 115 IS | TX9 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony TX9 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon Elph 115 IS features outside 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 TX9 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Canon Elph 115 IS versus Sony TX9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Elph 115 IS vs the TX9.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Elph 115 IS and TX9 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony TX9 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The image below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Elph 115 IS and TX9.
Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon Elph 115 IS to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern Elph 115 IS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony TX9 Specifications
Canon Elph 115 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon Elph 115 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 |
Otherwise known as | IXUS 132 HS | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2010-07-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 5 | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
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) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.5" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 grams (0.30 lbs) | 149 grams (0.33 lbs) |
Physical 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 Overall 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 | - |
Battery type | 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 recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $225 | $799 |