Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Sony TX66

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Sony TX66, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the ELPH 140 IS (16MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 140 IS was released 24 months after the TX66 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the ELPH 140 IS matches up vs the TX66 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 140 IS Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 140 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony TX66 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 140 IS and the TX66.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 140 IS and TX66 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 140 IS and TX66.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony TX66 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer ELPH 140 IS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.