Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Sony TX100V

In this article, we are analyzing the Canon ELPH 190 IS versus Sony TX100V, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 190 IS (20MP) and TX100V (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 190 IS was revealed 5 years later than the TX100V and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the ELPH 190 IS grades vs the TX100V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 190 IS Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 190 IS has exterior 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 TX100V has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 190 IS versus Sony TX100V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 190 IS and the TX100V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 190 IS and TX100V is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The visual below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 190 IS and TX100V.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon ELPH 190 IS to provide you with more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger ELPH 190 IS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.