• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 12.1 megapixels
  • 33.00mm - 100.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 10.1 megapixels
  • 35.00mm - 105.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Canon SD780 IS advantages over Sony W180

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • More pixels
    12.1 vs 10.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Longer exposure
    15 vs 1/8 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Sony W180 advantages over Canon SD780 IS

  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 290 vs 210 shots
    Capture more photos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Nikon S52

Canon SD780 IS
Nikon S52
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $250
  • 1/2.5 inch

Compare Canon SD780 IS vs Nikon S52

Sony W180
Nikon S52
  • $155
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $250
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Sony W180 vs Nikon S52

Compared to Samsung SL201

Canon SD780 IS
Samsung SL201
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $170
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive

Compare Canon SD780 IS vs Samsung SL201

Sony W180
Samsung SL201
  • $155
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Higher extended ISO
  • $170
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Longer exposure

Compare Sony W180 vs Samsung SL201

Compared to Pentax E70

Canon SD780 IS
Pentax E70
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • HDMI out
  • $140
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Canon SD780 IS vs Pentax E70

Sony W180
Pentax E70
  • $155
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • $140
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Sony W180 vs Pentax E70

Compared to Nikon S4000

Canon SD780 IS
Nikon S4000
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More dots on screen

Compare Canon SD780 IS vs Nikon S4000

Sony W180
Nikon S4000
  • $155
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Internal flash
  • $200
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • More pixels

Compare Sony W180 vs Nikon S4000

Compared to Pentax RS1000

Canon SD780 IS
Pentax RS1000
  • $280
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $117
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More pixels

Compare Canon SD780 IS vs Pentax RS1000

Sony W180
Pentax RS1000
  • $155
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $117
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • Wider angle lens

Compare Sony W180 vs Pentax RS1000

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