Canon ELPH 180 vs Olympus 5010

Here is a in depth review of the Canon ELPH 180 vs Olympus 5010, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the ELPH 180 (20MP) and 5010 (14MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 180 was introduced 6 years later than the 5010 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the ELPH 180 grades vs the 5010 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 and Olympus Stylus 5010. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 180 Gallery and Olympus 5010 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 180 provides outer dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Olympus 5010 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 180 vs Olympus 5010 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the ELPH 180 and the 5010.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 180 and 5010 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 180 and 5010.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon ELPH 180 to give you extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger ELPH 180 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.