Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W380
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Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W380 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
- Released January 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Released January 2010

Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W380 Overview
The following is a thorough assessment of the Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W380, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the ELPH 180 (20MP) and W380 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ELPH 180 was launched 6 years after the W380 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ELPH 180 scores vs the W380 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W380 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 180 Gallery & Sony W380 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 180 over the Sony W380
ELPH 180 | W380 | |||
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Released | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 73 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W380 over the Canon ELPH 180
W380 | ELPH 180 |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 180 and Sony W380
ELPH 180 | W380 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W380 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 180 comes with physical measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony W380 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Compare the Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W380 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 180 vs the W380.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 180 and W380 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W380 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 180 and W380.
Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon ELPH 180 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger ELPH 180 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W380 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W380 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2016-01-05 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | Bionz |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 0.8 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 grams (0.28 lbs) | 117 grams (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11LH | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $119 | $44 |