Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Canon ELPH 180

On this page, we are looking at the Canon ELPH 150 IS and Canon ELPH 180, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are offered by Canon. The image resolution of the ELPH 150 IS (20MP) and the ELPH 180 (20MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 150 IS was manufactured 23 months before the ELPH 180 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the ELPH 150 IS scores versus the ELPH 180 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS & Canon PowerShot ELPH 180. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 150 IS Gallery & Canon ELPH 180 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 150 IS enjoys outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Canon ELPH 180 has dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 150 IS and the ELPH 180.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 150 IS and ELPH 180 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The picture below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 150 IS and ELPH 180.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged ELPH 150 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.