Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony T99
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony T99 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
- Released January 2014
- Additionally referred to as IXUS 265 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 121g - 93 x 56 x 17mm
- Released July 2010
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony T99 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Canon ELPH 340 HS versus Sony T99, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The resolution of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and the T99 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe ELPH 340 HS was unveiled 3 years after the T99 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the ELPH 340 HS grades against the T99 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony T99 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery and Sony T99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 340 HS over the Sony T99
ELPH 340 HS | T99 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | July 2010 | Newer by 43 months | |
Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the Canon ELPH 340 HS
T99 | ELPH 340 HS | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Sony T99
ELPH 340 HS | T99 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony T99 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 340 HS has external dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony T99 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Canon ELPH 340 HS versus Sony T99 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 340 HS vs the T99.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 340 HS and T99 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony T99 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 340 HS and T99.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon ELPH 340 HS to deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger ELPH 340 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony T99 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony T99 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 |
Alternate name | IXUS 265 HS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2014-01-06 | 2010-07-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.6-7.0 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1250 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Red eye, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1280 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 147g (0.32 lbs) | 121g (0.27 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" 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 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11LH | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $199 | $179 |