Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Sony TX10
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Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Sony TX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 138g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Launched August 2011

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Sony TX10 Overview
Here is a detailed assessment of the Canon ELPH 190 IS versus Sony TX10, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the ELPH 190 IS (20MP) and TX10 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ELPH 190 IS was revealed 4 years later than the TX10 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the ELPH 190 IS scores versus the TX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Sony TX10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 190 IS Gallery and Sony TX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 190 IS over the Sony TX10
ELPH 190 IS | TX10 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | August 2011 | Fresher by 54 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX10 over the Canon ELPH 190 IS
TX10 | ELPH 190 IS | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 190 IS and Sony TX10
ELPH 190 IS | TX10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Sony TX10 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 190 IS offers physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony TX10 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the Canon ELPH 190 IS versus Sony TX10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the ELPH 190 IS against the TX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 190 IS and TX10 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Sony TX10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The photograph below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 190 IS and TX10.
All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon ELPH 190 IS to provide more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 190 IS provides a benefit in sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Sony TX10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Sony TX10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2016-01-05 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 0.8fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 138 gr (0.30 lb) | 133 gr (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" 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 | 190 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11LH | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $159 | $309 |