Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500

Here, we will be comparing the Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the SD780 IS (12MP) and ST6500 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD780 IS was released 23 months before the ST6500 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SD780 IS grades versus the ST6500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD780 IS & Samsung ST6500. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SD780 IS Gallery & Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SD780 IS features external dimensions of 87mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung ST6500 has proportions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SD780 IS vs the ST6500.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SD780 IS and ST6500 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD780 IS and ST6500.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung ST6500 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older SD780 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.