Canon ELPH 180 vs Fujifilm Z900EXR

Below is a extensive assessment of the Canon ELPH 180 and Fujifilm Z900EXR, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 180 (20MP) and Fujifilm Z900EXR (16MP) and the ELPH 180 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm Z900EXR (1/2") come with different sensor sizes.

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The ELPH 180 was introduced 4 years later than the Fujifilm Z900EXR and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the ELPH 180 scores vs the Fujifilm Z900EXR with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 and Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 180 Gallery and Fujifilm Z900EXR Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 180 enjoys outside dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Fujifilm Z900EXR has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Analyze the Canon ELPH 180 and Fujifilm Z900EXR in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 180 compared to the Fujifilm Z900EXR.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 180 and Fujifilm Z900EXR is 96 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 180 and Fujifilm Z900EXR.

As you have seen, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The ELPH 180 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Canon ELPH 180 will provide extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 180 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.