Canon IXUS 165 vs Samsung CL80
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Canon IXUS 165 vs Samsung CL80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 128g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Released January 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Other Name is ST5500

Canon IXUS 165 vs Samsung CL80 Overview
Below is a complete assessment of the Canon IXUS 165 vs Samsung CL80, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the IXUS 165 (20MP) and CL80 (14MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The IXUS 165 was brought out 5 years later than the CL80 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the IXUS 165 scores against the CL80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon IXUS 165 vs Samsung CL80 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon IXUS 165 and Samsung CL80. The entire galleries are provided at Canon IXUS 165 Gallery and Samsung CL80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon IXUS 165 over the Samsung CL80
IXUS 165 | CL80 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 61 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Canon IXUS 165
CL80 | IXUS 165 | |||
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Screen size | 3.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon IXUS 165 and Samsung CL80
IXUS 165 | CL80 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon IXUS 165 vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon IXUS 165 has got physical dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung CL80 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon IXUS 165 vs Samsung CL80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the IXUS 165 against the CL80.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the IXUS 165 and CL80 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon IXUS 165 vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the IXUS 165 and CL80.
To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon IXUS 165 to deliver more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher IXUS 165 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon IXUS 165 vs Samsung CL80 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon IXUS 165 vs Samsung CL80 Specifications
Canon IXUS 165 | Samsung CL80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon IXUS 165 | Samsung CL80 |
Other name | - | ST5500 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4334 x 3256 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 4800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 0.8 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128g (0.28 pounds) | 160g (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L/LH | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $0 | $400 |