Canon SD780 IS vs Olympus VG-110
96 Imaging
34 Features
20 Overall
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97 Imaging
35 Features
20 Overall
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Canon SD780 IS vs Olympus VG-110 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-100mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 155g - 87 x 56 x 18mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Additionally Known as Digital IXUS 100 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 105g - 92 x 54 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2011

Canon SD780 IS vs Olympus VG-110 Overview
Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SD780 IS versus Olympus VG-110, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SD780 IS (12MP) and the VG-110 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SD780 IS was revealed 24 months earlier than the VG-110 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SD780 IS scores against the VG-110 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SD780 IS vs Olympus VG-110 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD780 IS & Olympus VG-110. The full galleries are available at Canon SD780 IS Gallery & Olympus VG-110 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD780 IS over the Olympus VG-110
SD780 IS | VG-110 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VG-110 over the Canon SD780 IS
VG-110 | SD780 IS | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 24 months |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SD780 IS and Olympus VG-110
SD780 IS | VG-110 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Canon SD780 IS vs Olympus VG-110 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SD780 IS comes with outer measurements of 87mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-110 has measurements of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD780 IS versus Olympus VG-110 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SD780 IS and the VG-110.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SD780 IS and VG-110 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Canon SD780 IS vs Olympus VG-110 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD780 IS and VG-110.
Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures although you need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older SD780 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SD780 IS vs Olympus VG-110 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD780 IS vs Olympus VG-110 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | Olympus VG-110 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | Olympus VG-110 |
Also called as | Digital IXUS 100 IS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-02-18 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III |
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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-100mm (3.0x) | 27-108mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155 gr (0.34 lb) | 105 gr (0.23 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 87 x 56 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 92 x 54 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
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 | - | 170 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-4L | LI-70B |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $0 | $150 |