Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Sony TX55
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Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Sony TX55 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
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Revealed July 2011
Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Sony TX55 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Canon ELPH 190 IS and Sony TX55, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 190 IS (20MP) and TX55 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe ELPH 190 IS was manufactured 4 years later than the TX55 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ELPH 190 IS scores against the TX55 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Sony TX55 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 190 IS Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 190 IS over the Sony TX55
ELPH 190 IS | TX55 | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | July 2011 | Fresher by 55 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Canon ELPH 190 IS
TX55 | ELPH 190 IS | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen size | 3.3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.6") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 230k | Sharper screen (+1000k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 190 IS and Sony TX55
ELPH 190 IS | TX55 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 190 IS features exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony TX55 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") along with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Look at the Canon ELPH 190 IS and Sony TX55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 190 IS versus the TX55.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 190 IS and TX55 is 95 and 97 respectively.
Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 190 IS and TX55.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon ELPH 190 IS to provide more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer ELPH 190 IS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Sony TX55 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2016-01-05 | 2011-07-24 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 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 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3.3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 0.8 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 138 gr (0.30 lb) | 109 gr (0.24 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
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 | 250 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11LH | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $159 | $350 |