Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX7
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Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-100mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 155g - 87 x 56 x 18mm
- Released February 2009
- Other Name is Digital IXUS 100 IS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" 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
- Launched January 2010
Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX7 Overview
Here is a in depth comparison of the Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SD780 IS (12MP) and the TX7 (10MP) is relatively similar but the SD780 IS (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") possess totally different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SD780 IS was introduced 10 months earlier than the TX7 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SD780 IS scores vs the TX7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX7 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD780 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The whole galleries are available at Canon SD780 IS Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD780 IS over the Sony TX7
SD780 IS | TX7 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX7 over the Canon SD780 IS
TX7 | SD780 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | February 2009 | Fresher by 10 months | |
Screen dimension | 3.5" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+1") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD780 IS and Sony TX7
SD780 IS | TX7 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX7 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SD780 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 87mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony TX7 has proportions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SD780 IS against the TX7.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD780 IS and TX7 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX7 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD780 IS and TX7.
All in all, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SD780 IS using its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Canon SD780 IS will deliver extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older SD780 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX7 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7 |
Also called | Digital IXUS 100 IS | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-02-18 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 33-100mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 155 gr (0.34 pounds) | 149 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 87 x 56 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 98 x 60 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-4L | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $0 | $300 |