Canon SD780 IS vs Sony W370
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Canon SD780 IS vs Sony W370 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
- Announced February 2009
- Alternative Name is Digital IXUS 100 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Released January 2010
Canon SD780 IS vs Sony W370 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Canon SD780 IS versus Sony W370, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SD780 IS (12MP) and the W370 (14MP) is very well matched and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe SD780 IS was revealed 10 months earlier than the W370 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SD780 IS being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SD780 IS grades vs the W370 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SD780 IS vs Sony W370 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD780 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SD780 IS Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD780 IS over the Sony W370
SD780 IS | W370 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Canon SD780 IS
W370 | SD780 IS | |||
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Released | January 2010 | February 2009 | Fresher by 10 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Canon SD780 IS and Sony W370
SD780 IS | W370 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Canon SD780 IS vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD780 IS has 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 W370 has dimensions of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD780 IS versus Sony W370 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SD780 IS against the W370.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SD780 IS and W370 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Canon SD780 IS vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD780 IS and W370.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W370 to give you more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older SD780 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon SD780 IS vs Sony W370 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Otherwise known as | Digital IXUS 100 IS | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-02-18 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-100mm (3.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 lbs) | 179 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 87 x 56 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $0 | $230 |