Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Sony TX9
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Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Sony TX9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.6-7.0) lens
- 147g - 100 x 58 x 23mm
- Launched February 2015
- Alternate Name is IXUS 275 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 149g - 98 x 60 x 18mm
- Introduced July 2010
Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Sony TX9 Overview
Below is a detailed review of the Canon ELPH 350 HS and Sony TX9, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 350 HS (20MP) and TX9 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe ELPH 350 HS was revealed 4 years later than the TX9 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the ELPH 350 HS scores against the TX9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Sony TX9 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 350 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 350 HS Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 350 HS over the Sony TX9
ELPH 350 HS | TX9 | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | July 2010 | More recent by 56 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX9 over the Canon ELPH 350 HS
TX9 | ELPH 350 HS | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 461k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 350 HS and Sony TX9
ELPH 350 HS | TX9 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Sony TX9 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 350 HS comes with external measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Sony TX9 has proportions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Canon ELPH 350 HS and Sony TX9 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 350 HS versus the TX9.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 350 HS and TX9 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Sony TX9 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 350 HS and TX9.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon ELPH 350 HS to show extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer ELPH 350 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Sony TX9 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Sony TX9 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 350 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 350 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 |
Also called as | IXUS 275 HS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2015-02-06 | 2010-07-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.6-7.0 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.5 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 147 gr (0.32 pounds) | 149 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
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 | 250 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 sec 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 |
Pricing at release | $219 | $799 |