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Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W330

Portability
96
Imaging
46
Features
24
Overall
37
Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30

Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W330 Key Specs

Canon ELPH 180
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
  • 126g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
  • Launched January 2016
Sony W330
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 128g - 96 x 57 x 17mm
  • Revealed January 2010
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Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W330 Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon ELPH 180 and Sony W330, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 180 (20MP) and W330 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 180 was introduced 6 years after the W330 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the ELPH 180 matches up versus the W330 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 180 over the Sony W330

 ELPH 180 W330 
RevealedJanuary 2016January 2010More modern by 73 months

Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Canon ELPH 180

 W330 ELPH 180 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Canon ELPH 180 and Sony W330

 ELPH 180 W330 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch display Neither comes with Touch display

Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W330 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 180 comes with exterior measurements 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 Sony W330 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Canon ELPH 180 and Sony W330 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the ELPH 180 vs the W330.

Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W330 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 180 and W330 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W330 top view buttons comparison

Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W330 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 180 and W330.

As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon ELPH 180 to provide greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger ELPH 180 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.

Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W330 sensor size comparison

Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W330 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W330 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon ELPH 180 Portrait photography features
Sony W330 Portrait photography features
39
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
includes face detection focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
28
MP count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon ELPH 180 Street photography advice
Sony W330 Street photography advice
59
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
48
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon ELPH 180
Sports photography with Sony W330
39
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
max fps low (0.8 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
26
MP count good (14 megapixels)
slow frames per second (2.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon ELPH 180 Travel photography factors
Sony W330 Travel photography factors
67
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse mode
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
65
MP count good (14MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon ELPH 180 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W330 as a Landscape photography camera
41
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
focusing manually not possible
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
38
decently wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
no manual control
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon ELPH 180 Vlogging features
Sony W330 Vlogging features
32
really wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focusing
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone port
26
decently wide (26mm)
slow max aperture (f2.7)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have mic support
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Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W330 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon ELPH 180 and Sony W330
 Canon PowerShot ELPH 180Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330
General Information
Brand Name Canon Sony
Model type Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2016-01-05 2010-01-07
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 4+ -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 5152 x 3864 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-224mm (8.0x) 26-105mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.2-6.9 f/2.7-5.7
Macro focusing range 1cm 4cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 seconds 2 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 0.8 frames per sec 2.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.00 m (at Auto ISO) 3.50 m
Flash modes Auto, on, slow synchro, off Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 126 grams (0.28 pounds) 128 grams (0.28 pounds)
Physical dimensions 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") 96 x 57 x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 220 photos -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-11LH NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $119 $170