Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SD780 IS
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SD780 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.7-5.9) lens
- 135g - 93 x 57 x 20mm
- Announced January 2013
- Alternate Name is IXUS 132 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-100mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 155g - 87 x 56 x 18mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Alternative Name is Digital IXUS 100 IS

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SD780 IS Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SD780 IS, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are created by Canon. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and SD780 IS (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The Elph 115 IS was brought out 4 years after the SD780 IS which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Elph 115 IS scores vs the SD780 IS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SD780 IS Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon Elph 115 IS & Canon PowerShot SD780 IS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon Elph 115 IS Gallery & Canon SD780 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon Elph 115 IS over the Canon SD780 IS
Elph 115 IS | SD780 IS | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 49 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Canon SD780 IS over the Canon Elph 115 IS
SD780 IS | Elph 115 IS |
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Common features in the Canon Elph 115 IS and Canon SD780 IS
Elph 115 IS | SD780 IS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SD780 IS Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon Elph 115 IS offers outside dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Canon SD780 IS has dimensions of 87mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SD780 IS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Elph 115 IS versus the SD780 IS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Elph 115 IS and SD780 IS is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SD780 IS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The picture below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Elph 115 IS and SD780 IS.
All in all, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Canon Elph 115 IS to show greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent Elph 115 IS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SD780 IS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Canon SD780 IS Specifications
Canon Elph 115 IS | Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon Elph 115 IS | Canon PowerShot SD780 IS |
Also called as | IXUS 132 HS | Digital IXUS 100 IS |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2009-02-18 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Cross type focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 33-100mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (tunnel) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 pounds) | 155 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 87 x 56 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 170 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NB-4L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $225 | $0 |