Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony W330
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Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony W330 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
- Introduced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
- Announced January 2010

Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony W330 Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony W330, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the IXUS 165 (20MP) and W330 (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The IXUS 165 was brought out 5 years after the W330 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting through a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the IXUS 165 matches up against the W330 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony W330 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon IXUS 165 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The entire galleries are provided at Canon IXUS 165 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon IXUS 165 over the Sony W330
IXUS 165 | W330 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 61 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Canon IXUS 165
W330 | IXUS 165 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon IXUS 165 and Sony W330
IXUS 165 | W330 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon IXUS 165 has external measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Sony W330 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Compare the Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony W330 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the IXUS 165 vs the W330.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the IXUS 165 and W330 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The pic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the IXUS 165 and W330.
As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon IXUS 165 to result in extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern IXUS 165 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon IXUS 165 vs Sony W330 Specifications
Canon IXUS 165 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon IXUS 165 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | 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 | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.8fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128 grams (0.28 lbs) | 128 grams (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $0 | $170 |