Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810
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![Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 front Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-180/Canon-ELPH-180-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W810/Sony-W810-front.jpg)
96 Imaging
45 Features
26 Overall
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Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810 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)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-162mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 111g - 97 x 56 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2014
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Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810 Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the ELPH 180 (20MP) and the W810 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The ELPH 180 was brought out 2 years later than the W810 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ELPH 180 grades against the W810 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 180 Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 180 over the Sony W810
ELPH 180 | W810 | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2014 | Fresher by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W810 over the Canon ELPH 180
W810 | ELPH 180 |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 180 and Sony W810
ELPH 180 | W810 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 180 has exterior 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 Sony W810 has proportions of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).
Look at the Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 180 versus the W810.
![Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810 size comparison Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-180-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W810-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 180 and W810 is 96 and 96 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-180-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W810-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 180 and W810.
As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photographs however you should consider the age of the products into consideration. The more modern ELPH 180 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
![Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-180-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W810-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-180-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W810-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Canon ELPH 180 vs Sony W810 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2016-01-05 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 27-162mm (6.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 0.8 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.20 m (with ISO auto) |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto / Flash On / Slow Synchro / Flash Off / Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lb) | 111g (0.24 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 97 x 56 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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 images | 200 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11LH | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $119 | $100 |