Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Sony TX1

Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Sony TX1, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 360 HS (20MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the ELPH 360 HS (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") feature different sensor sizing.

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The ELPH 360 HS was launched 6 years after the TX1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the ELPH 360 HS grades vs the TX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 360 HS Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 360 HS has exterior measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony TX1 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Sony TX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 360 HS against the TX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 360 HS and TX1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The pic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 360 HS and TX1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The ELPH 360 HS featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon ELPH 360 HS will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger ELPH 360 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.