Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Sony W560

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Sony W560, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the ELPH 140 IS (16MP) and the W560 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 140 IS was revealed 3 years later than the W560 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ELPH 140 IS scores against the W560 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 140 IS Gallery and Sony W560 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 140 IS provides physical measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony W560 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 140 IS compared to the W560.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 140 IS and W560 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The visual below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 140 IS and W560.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon ELPH 140 IS to produce more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger ELPH 140 IS is going to have an edge in sensor tech.