Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung CL5

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon SD780 IS and Samsung CL5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SD780 IS (12MP) and CL5 (9MP) and the SD780 IS (1/2.3") and CL5 (1/2.5") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The SD780 IS was brought out around the same time to the CL5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SD780 IS grades against the CL5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD780 IS and Samsung CL5. The entire galleries are available at Canon SD780 IS Gallery and Samsung CL5 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SD780 IS has exterior dimensions of 87mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung CL5 has proportions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Canon SD780 IS and Samsung CL5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the SD780 IS versus the CL5.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SD780 IS and CL5 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD780 IS and CL5.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SD780 IS featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon SD780 IS will offer you more detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively.