Canon SD940 IS vs Sony TX66
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Canon SD940 IS vs Sony TX66 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 120g - 89 x 55 x 20mm
- Announced August 2009
- Other Name is Digital IXUS 120 IS
(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
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Revealed February 2012
Canon SD940 IS vs Sony TX66 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Canon SD940 IS versus Sony TX66, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the SD940 IS (12MP) and TX66 (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SD940 IS was released 3 years prior to the TX66 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SD940 IS scores versus the TX66 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SD940 IS vs Sony TX66 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD940 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SD940 IS Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD940 IS over the Sony TX66
SD940 IS | TX66 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX66 over the Canon SD940 IS
TX66 | SD940 IS | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | August 2009 | Newer by 30 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display size | 3.3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.6") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 230k | Crisper display (+1000k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD940 IS and Sony TX66
SD940 IS | TX66 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon SD940 IS vs Sony TX66 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SD940 IS features exterior measurements of 89mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony TX66 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SD940 IS versus Sony TX66 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SD940 IS against the TX66.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SD940 IS and TX66 is 96 and 97 respectively.
Canon SD940 IS vs Sony TX66 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD940 IS and TX66.
Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony TX66 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged SD940 IS will be behind in sensor technology.
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Canon SD940 IS vs Sony TX66 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 |
Otherwise known as | Digital IXUS 120 IS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-08-19 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3.3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 120 gr (0.26 lb) | 109 gr (0.24 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 89 x 55 x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 250 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-4L | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $299 | $350 |