Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX9
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX9 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
- Announced January 2013
- Alternate Name is IXUS 132 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 56 x 20mm
- Released January 2011
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX9 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX9, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe Elph 115 IS was revealed 2 years after the WX9 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Elph 115 IS grades versus the WX9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX9 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon Elph 115 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The full galleries are available at Canon Elph 115 IS Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon Elph 115 IS over the Sony WX9
Elph 115 IS | WX9 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | January 2011 | More modern by 26 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX9 over the Canon Elph 115 IS
WX9 | Elph 115 IS | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 461k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Canon Elph 115 IS and Sony WX9
Elph 115 IS | WX9 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX9 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon Elph 115 IS features physical measurements 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 WX9 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX9 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Elph 115 IS and the WX9.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Elph 115 IS and WX9 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX9 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Elph 115 IS and WX9.
Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you have to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more modern Elph 115 IS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Sony WX9 Specifications
Canon Elph 115 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon Elph 115 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 |
Also Known as | IXUS 132 HS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Cross type focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 lbs) | - |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $225 | $188 |