Canon 160 vs Canon SD780 IS

Below is a extensive analysis of the Canon 160 and Canon SD780 IS, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are built by Canon. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 160 (20MP) and SD780 IS (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 160 was announced 5 years later than the SD780 IS and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the 160 matches up vs the SD780 IS for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 & Canon PowerShot SD780 IS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 160 Gallery & Canon SD780 IS Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 160 offers external measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 127 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Canon SD780 IS has dimensions of 87mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 160 and Canon SD780 IS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the 160 versus the SD780 IS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 160 and SD780 IS is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 160 and SD780 IS.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Canon 160 to resolve more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The newer 160 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.