Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony W550

In this article, we will be contrasting the Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Sony W550, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The resolution of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and the W550 (14MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 340 HS was brought out 2 years later than the W550 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the ELPH 340 HS grades vs the W550 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery & Sony W550 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 340 HS has exterior dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony W550 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 340 HS versus the W550.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 340 HS and W550 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 340 HS and W550.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon ELPH 340 HS to render extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 340 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.