Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Sony WX9
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Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Sony WX9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 127g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Launched February 2014
- Other Name is IXUS 150
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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 140 IS vs Sony WX9 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Canon ELPH 140 IS and Sony WX9, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the ELPH 140 IS (16MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ELPH 140 IS was unveiled 3 years after the WX9 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the ELPH 140 IS matches up versus the WX9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Sony WX9 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 140 IS Gallery & Sony WX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 140 IS over the Sony WX9
ELPH 140 IS | WX9 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 38 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX9 over the Canon ELPH 140 IS
WX9 | ELPH 140 IS | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 140 IS and Sony WX9
ELPH 140 IS | WX9 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Sony WX9 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 140 IS provides physical measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony WX9 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Canon ELPH 140 IS and Sony WX9 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 140 IS against the WX9.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 140 IS and WX9 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Sony WX9 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The pic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 140 IS and WX9.
Plainly, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images although you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger ELPH 140 IS should have an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Sony WX9 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 140 IS vs Sony WX9 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 140 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9 |
Otherwise known as | IXUS 150 | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2014-02-12 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4+ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 127g (0.28 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 95 x 56 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Type of battery | 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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $129 | $188 |