Canon ELPH 180 vs Pentax X70

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon ELPH 180 versus Pentax X70, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the ELPH 180 (20MP) and X70 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 180 was manufactured 6 years after the X70 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon ELPH 180 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the ELPH 180 matches up vs the X70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 and Pentax X70. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 180 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 180 offers outer 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) whilst the Pentax X70 has specifications of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 180 versus Pentax X70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 180 versus the X70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 180 and X70 is 96 and 71 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 180 and X70.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon ELPH 180 to produce greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer ELPH 180 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.