Canon IXUS 165 vs Canon ELPH 150 IS

Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon IXUS 165 and Canon ELPH 150 IS, both Ultracompact cameras and both are designed by Canon. The image resolution of the IXUS 165 (20MP) and the ELPH 150 IS (20MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The IXUS 165 was announced 11 months later than the ELPH 150 IS so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the IXUS 165 scores against the ELPH 150 IS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon IXUS 165 and Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon IXUS 165 Gallery and Canon ELPH 150 IS Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon IXUS 165 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Canon ELPH 150 IS has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Canon IXUS 165 and Canon ELPH 150 IS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the IXUS 165 compared to the ELPH 150 IS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the IXUS 165 and ELPH 150 IS is 96 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the IXUS 165 and ELPH 150 IS.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger IXUS 165 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.