Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX5
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Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX5 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
- Launched February 2009
- Additionally Known as Digital IXUS 100 IS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 18mm
- Released February 2010

Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX5 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon SD780 IS versus Sony TX5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SD780 IS (12MP) and the TX5 (10MP) is relatively similar but the SD780 IS (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") come with different sensor dimensions.

The SD780 IS was revealed 12 months before the TX5 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SD780 IS matches up versus the TX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX5 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD780 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The full galleries are available at Canon SD780 IS Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD780 IS over the Sony TX5
SD780 IS | TX5 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX5 over the Canon SD780 IS
TX5 | SD780 IS | |||
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Released | February 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD780 IS and Sony TX5
SD780 IS | TX5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX5 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SD780 IS comes with external measurements 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 Sony TX5 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD780 IS versus Sony TX5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SD780 IS vs the TX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD780 IS and TX5 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SD780 IS and TX5.
As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SD780 IS with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon SD780 IS will deliver greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older SD780 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD780 IS vs Sony TX5 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5 |
Also referred to as | Digital IXUS 100 IS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-02-18 | 2010-02-18 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-100mm (3.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 2.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155 gr (0.34 lb) | 148 gr (0.33 lb) |
Dimensions | 87 x 56 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 94 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 ID | NB-4L | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $0 | $239 |