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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX220

Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
35
Overall
38
Canon Elph 115 IS front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220 front
Portability
96
Imaging
43
Features
41
Overall
42

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX220 Key Specs

Canon Elph 115 IS
(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
  • Revealed January 2013
  • Alternative Name is IXUS 132 HS
Sony WX220
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 121g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
  • Revealed February 2014
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX220 Overview

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX220, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Elph 115 IS was introduced 12 months earlier than the WX220 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Elph 115 IS matches up against the WX220 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon Elph 115 IS over the Sony WX220

 Elph 115 IS WX220 
Display resolution461k460kSharper display (+1k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony WX220 over the Canon Elph 115 IS

 WX220 Elph 115 IS 
RevealedFebruary 2014January 2013Newer by 12 months

Common features in the Canon Elph 115 IS and Sony WX220

 Elph 115 IS WX220 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurement
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch display Neither provides Touch display

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX220 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon Elph 115 IS provides physical dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Sony WX220 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Analyze the Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX220 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Elph 115 IS vs the WX220.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX220 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Elph 115 IS and WX220 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX220 top view buttons comparison

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX220 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The image below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Elph 115 IS and WX220.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony WX220 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged Elph 115 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX220 sensor size comparison

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX220 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX220 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon Elph 115 IS as a Portrait photography camera
Sony WX220 as a Portrait photography camera
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resolution is good (16MP)
includes face detection focus
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
37
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
features face detect focus
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon Elph 115 IS Street photography information
Sony WX220 Street photography information
58
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
59
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Canon Elph 115 IS as a Sports photography camera
Sony WX220 as a Sports photography camera
38
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
low fps (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery (170 shots)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
46
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
features tracking focus
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon Elph 115 IS Travel photography information
Sony WX220 Travel photography information
63
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
relatively wide (24mm)
lack of Timelapse recording
terrible battery (170 per charge)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
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sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (25mm)
very long reach (250mm)
no Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon Elph 115 IS as a Landscape photography camera
Sony WX220 as a Landscape photography camera
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relatively wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
no manual mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
terrible battery (170 CIPA)
lack of Timelapse recording
44
really wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (18 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
lack of manual mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon Elph 115 IS Vlogging details
Sony WX220 Vlogging details
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relatively wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of external microphone jack
34
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
no microphone socket
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX220 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon Elph 115 IS and Sony WX220
 Canon Elph 115 ISSony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220
General Information
Brand Canon Sony
Model type Canon Elph 115 IS Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220
Also Known as IXUS 132 HS -
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2013-01-29 2014-02-12
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip DIGIC 5 Bionz X
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 18MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4896 x 3672
Highest native ISO 3200 12800
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points 1 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-120mm (5.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.7-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing range 3cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 461 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech PureColor II G TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate 2.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.70 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, on, slow synchro, off, advanced
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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, 60i), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone 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
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 135g (0.30 pounds) 121g (0.27 pounds)
Dimensions 93 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 170 photos 210 photos
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NB-11L NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $225 $198