Canon A480 vs Canon ELPH 180

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon A480 and Canon ELPH 180, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both offered by Canon. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the A480 (10MP) and ELPH 180 (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A480 was announced 8 years before the ELPH 180 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the A480 scores against the ELPH 180 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A480 and Canon PowerShot ELPH 180. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A480 Gallery and Canon ELPH 180 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A480 comes with physical dimensions of 92mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Canon ELPH 180 has dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Canon A480 and Canon ELPH 180 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the A480 and the ELPH 180.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A480 and ELPH 180 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A480 and ELPH 180.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon ELPH 180 to give you greater detail with its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The older A480 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.