Canon 760D vs Canon SD990 IS

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon 760D versus Canon SD990 IS, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are sold by Canon. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the 760D (24MP) and SD990 IS (15MP) and the 760D (APS-C) and SD990 IS (1/1.7") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The 760D was manufactured 6 years after the SD990 IS which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon 760D being a Compact SLR camera and the Canon SD990 IS being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the 760D scores vs the SD990 IS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 760D and Canon PowerShot SD990 IS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 760D Gallery and Canon SD990 IS Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon 760D has exterior dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Canon SD990 IS has dimensions of 98mm x 62mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Canon 760D versus Canon SD990 IS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the 760D vs the SD990 IS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 760D and SD990 IS is 66 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 760D and SD990 IS.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 760D because of its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon 760D will give more detail due to its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The younger 760D is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.