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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony TX30

Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
39
Overall
39
Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 front
Portability
96
Imaging
43
Features
43
Overall
43

Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony TX30 Key Specs

Canon ELPH 340 HS
(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 Known as IXUS 265 HS
Sony TX30
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
  • 141g - 96 x 59 x 15mm
  • Introduced July 2013
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony TX30 Overview

Below is a detailed overview of the Canon ELPH 340 HS versus Sony TX30, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 340 HS was manufactured 6 months later than the TX30 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the ELPH 340 HS scores vs the TX30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 340 HS over the Sony TX30

 ELPH 340 HS TX30 

Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Canon ELPH 340 HS

 TX30 ELPH 340 HS 
Display size3.3"3"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1229k461kClearer display (+768k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Sony TX30

 ELPH 340 HS TX30 
IntroducedJanuary 2014July 2013Similar age
Manual focus Dial precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony TX30 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 340 HS has got 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) whilst the Sony TX30 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Canon ELPH 340 HS versus Sony TX30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 340 HS vs the TX30.

Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony TX30 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 340 HS and TX30 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony TX30 top view buttons comparison

Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony TX30 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 340 HS and TX30.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony TX30 to give you greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.

Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony TX30 sensor size comparison

Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony TX30 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony TX30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon ELPH 340 HS Portrait photography factors
Sony TX30 Portrait photography factors
41
you can focus manually
good resolution (16 megapixels)
offers face detection focusing
no manual control
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
39
manual focus
MP count decent (18MP)
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon ELPH 340 HS
Street photography with Sony TX30
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
more heavy than others in class (147g)
64
has image stabilization (Optical)
environment proofing
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon ELPH 340 HS Sports photography highlights
Sony TX30 Sports photography highlights
34
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
max frames per second very slow (4.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
not so great battery power (190 CIPA)
lack of phase detect AF
46
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (18MP)
environment proofing
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon ELPH 340 HS Travel photography advice
Sony TX30 Travel photography advice
63
good resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
very long reach (300mm)
no Timelapse function
not so great battery power (190 per charge)
more heavy than others in class (147 grams)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
69
environment proofing
MP count decent (18 megapixels)
has built in flash
pretty wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon ELPH 340 HS Landscape photography information
Sony TX30 Landscape photography information
46
you can focus manually
decently wide (25mm)
good sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
no manual control
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
not so great battery power (190 CIPA)
no Timelapse function
51
manual focus
pretty wide (26mm)
pretty good screen size (3.3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (18 megapixels)
environment proofing
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon ELPH 340 HS Vlogging factors
Sony TX30 Vlogging factors
33
decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1280 pixels)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.6)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
no external microphone support
more heavy than others in class (147g)
34
pretty wide (26mm)
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Optical)
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing external mic support
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony TX30 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon ELPH 340 HS and Sony TX30
 Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HSSony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30
General Information
Brand Canon Sony
Model type Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30
Also called IXUS 265 HS -
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2014-01-06 2013-07-26
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by DIGIC 4+ -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 18MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4896 x 3672
Maximum native ISO 3200 12800
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-300mm (12.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.6-7.0 f/3.5-4.8
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 3.3 inch
Resolution of screen 461k dots 1,229k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology TFT LCD OLED monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 seconds 4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 4.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.00 m -
Flash options Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off -
External flash
AE 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) 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1280 1920x1080
Video data format H.264 -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
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 lbs) 141g (0.31 lbs)
Physical dimensions 100 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 96 x 59 x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 190 pictures -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-11LH -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC -
Card slots One One
Launch pricing $199 $230