Canon SX170 IS vs Sony TX100V

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SX170 IS vs Sony TX100V, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was introduced 2 years after the TX100V which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX170 IS grades versus the TX100V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX170 IS Gallery & Sony TX100V Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX170 IS features exterior dimensions of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony TX100V has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SX170 IS versus the TX100V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX170 IS and TX100V is 88 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX170 IS and TX100V.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files but you need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent SX170 IS will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.