Canon PowerShot SX540 HS vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Canon PowerShot SX540 HS was introduced in January 2016 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 was introduced in July 2010. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot SX540 HS over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 over Canon PowerShot SX540 HS.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Canon PowerShot SX540 HS has a 3.0" screen with 461k dot resolution and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 has a 3.50" screen with 922k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

BSI-CMOS Sensor

Canon PowerShot SX540 HS features a 20.3 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 features a 12.2 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 125 - 3,200.

The cameras have BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

Canon PowerShot SX540 HS is equipped with DIGIC 6 processor and can take pictures up to 5184 x 3888 resolution. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 is equipped with Bionz processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2248, 3264 x 2248, 2592 x 1944, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 has an image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Canon PowerShot SX540 HS

Canon PowerShot SX540 HS has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Canon PowerShot SX540 HS

Canon PowerShot SX540 HS has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Canon PowerShot SX540 HS has a Mini HDMI and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 has an HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Canon PowerShot SX540 HS comes with NB-6LH battery pack with battery life of 205 shots and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 comes with NP-BN1 battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Canon PowerShot SX540 HS has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Canon PowerShot SX540 HS, and up to 1/1600 sec on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. Canon PowerShot SX540 HS can shoot continuously up to 5.9 fps. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 5.50 m at Auto ISO on Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and 3.80 m on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9..

Canon PowerShot SX540 HS body has dimensions of 120 x 82 x 92 mm (4.72 x 3.23 x 3.62") and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 body has dimensions of 98 x 60 x 18 mm (3.86 x 2.36 x 0.71"). Canon PowerShot SX540 HS weighs 442 g (0.97 lb / 15.59 oz) and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9 weighs 149 g (0.33 lb / 5.26 oz).

Canon PowerShot SX540 HS

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9

120 mm

82 mm

98 mm

60 mm

82 mm

60 mm

92 mm

18 mm