Canon ELPH 135 vs Sony W550
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Canon ELPH 135 vs Sony W550 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 127g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Released February 2014
- Also referred to as IXUS 145
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 110g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Announced July 2011
Canon ELPH 135 vs Sony W550 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Canon ELPH 135 versus Sony W550, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 135 (16MP) and the W550 (14MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe ELPH 135 was announced 2 years after the W550 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the ELPH 135 grades versus the W550 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon ELPH 135 vs Sony W550 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 135 Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 135 over the Sony W550
ELPH 135 | W550 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | July 2011 | Newer by 32 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W550 over the Canon ELPH 135
W550 | ELPH 135 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 135 and Sony W550
ELPH 135 | W550 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Canon ELPH 135 vs Sony W550 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 135 offers physical dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony W550 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Analyze the Canon ELPH 135 versus Sony W550 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the ELPH 135 and the W550.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 135 and W550 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Canon ELPH 135 vs Sony W550 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The pic below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 135 and W550.
To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon ELPH 135 to render more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer ELPH 135 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon ELPH 135 vs Sony W550 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 135 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 145 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2014-02-12 | 2011-07-24 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4+ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
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 | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 127g (0.28 lb) | 110g (0.24 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 | 230 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | - |
Launch cost | $119 | $119 |