Canon ELPH 180 vs Fujifilm XQ1

Here is a extensive overview of the Canon ELPH 180 versus Fujifilm XQ1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 180 (20MP) and Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and the ELPH 180 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The ELPH 180 was brought out 2 years later than the Fujifilm XQ1 and that is quite a large gap 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 simple introduction of how the ELPH 180 matches up versus the Fujifilm XQ1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 and Fujifilm XQ1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 180 Gallery and Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 180 has got outer dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XQ1 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 180 versus Fujifilm XQ1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 180 against the Fujifilm XQ1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 180 and Fujifilm XQ1 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 180 and Fujifilm XQ1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ELPH 180 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Canon ELPH 180 will resolve greater detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer ELPH 180 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.