Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony TX200V

Here is a in-depth review of the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Sony TX200V, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 340 HS was manufactured 24 months later than the TX200V which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the ELPH 340 HS grades vs the TX200V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 340 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Sony TX200V has specifications of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Sony TX200V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 340 HS compared to the TX200V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 340 HS and TX200V is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 340 HS and TX200V.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony TX200V to offer you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 340 HS is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.