Canon ELPH 180 vs Samsung NX1100

Here is a extended review of the Canon ELPH 180 and Samsung NX1100, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the ELPH 180 (20MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is pretty close but the ELPH 180 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ELPH 180 was manufactured 2 years later than the NX1100 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon ELPH 180 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the ELPH 180 grades against the NX1100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 & Samsung NX1100. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 180 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 180 has got physical dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung NX1100 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 180 and the NX1100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 180 and NX1100 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 180 and NX1100.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The ELPH 180 includes the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh tougher. The more recent ELPH 180 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.