Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Canon G9 X
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Canon G9 X Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1280 video
- 25-300mm (F3.6-7.0) lens
- 147g - 100 x 58 x 22mm
- Launched January 2014
- Alternate Name is IXUS 265 HS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 209g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Released October 2015
- Successor is Canon G9 X II
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Canon G9 X Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Canon G9 X, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Canon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and the G9 X (20MP) is relatively similar but the ELPH 340 HS (1/2.3") and G9 X (1") feature different sensor measurements.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe ELPH 340 HS was launched 21 months prior to the G9 X which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon ELPH 340 HS being a Ultracompact camera and the Canon G9 X being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the ELPH 340 HS scores vs the G9 X in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Canon G9 X Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS & Canon PowerShot G9 X. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery & Canon G9 X Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 340 HS over the Canon G9 X
ELPH 340 HS | G9 X |
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Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Canon ELPH 340 HS
G9 X | ELPH 340 HS | |||
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Released | October 2015 | January 2014 | More modern by 21 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 461k | Crisper screen (+579k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Canon G9 X
ELPH 340 HS | G9 X | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Canon G9 X Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 340 HS enjoys external measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Canon G9 X has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Canon G9 X in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 340 HS versus the G9 X.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 340 HS and G9 X is 95 and 92 respectively.
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Canon G9 X Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 340 HS and G9 X.
To sum up, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ELPH 340 HS featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Canon G9 X will offer more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 340 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Canon G9 X Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS | Canon PowerShot G9 X | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS | Canon PowerShot G9 X |
Also Known as | IXUS 265 HS | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2015-10-12 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | DIGIC 6 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-84mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.6-7.0 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1280 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 147g (0.32 pounds) | 209g (0.46 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 495 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 images | 220 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | NB-13L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $199 | $399 |