Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W330
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Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W330 Key Specs
(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
(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
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").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe 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.
Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W330 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 180 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 180 over the Sony W330
ELPH 180 | W330 | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | January 2010 | More modern by 73 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W330 over the Canon ELPH 180
W330 | ELPH 180 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 180 and Sony W330
ELPH 180 | W330 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The 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.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.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 180 and W330 is 96 and 96 respectively.
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.
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Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W330 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330 | |
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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 |