Canon SD990 IS vs Sony TX100V

On this page, we are evaluating the Canon SD990 IS versus Sony TX100V, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SD990 IS (15MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is fairly well matched but the SD990 IS (1/1.7") and TX100V (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The SD990 IS was launched 3 years prior to the TX100V which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SD990 IS matches up against the TX100V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD990 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SD990 IS Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon SD990 IS offers external dimensions of 98mm x 62mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony TX100V has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Look at the Canon SD990 IS versus Sony TX100V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SD990 IS against the TX100V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SD990 IS and TX100V is 92 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SD990 IS and TX100V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SD990 IS because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony TX100V will give you more detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged SD990 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.