Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony TX30
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony TX30 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 Known as IXUS 265 HS
(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

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").

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.

Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony TX30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 340 HS over the Sony TX30
ELPH 340 HS | TX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX30 over the Canon ELPH 340 HS
TX30 | ELPH 340 HS | |||
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Display size | 3.3" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+768k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Sony TX30
ELPH 340 HS | TX30 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2013 | Similar age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | 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.
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.

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony TX30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30 | |
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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 |