Canon A1100 IS vs Canon SD960 IS
93 Imaging
34 Features
17 Overall
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95 Imaging
34 Features
27 Overall
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Canon A1100 IS vs Canon SD960 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
- 150g - 95 x 62 x 31mm
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 145g - 98 x 54 x 22mm
- Announced February 2009
- Also referred to as Digital IXUS 110 IS

Canon A1100 IS vs Canon SD960 IS Overview
Lets look more closely at the Canon A1100 IS versus Canon SD960 IS, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are produced by Canon. The resolution of the A1100 IS (12MP) and the SD960 IS (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A1100 IS was announced very close to the SD960 IS which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the A1100 IS grades vs the SD960 IS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A1100 IS vs Canon SD960 IS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1100 IS and Canon PowerShot SD960 IS. The whole galleries are available at Canon A1100 IS Gallery and Canon SD960 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1100 IS over the Canon SD960 IS
A1100 IS | SD960 IS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SD960 IS over the Canon A1100 IS
SD960 IS | A1100 IS | |||
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Display size | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A1100 IS and Canon SD960 IS
A1100 IS | SD960 IS | |||
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Announced | February 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Canon A1100 IS vs Canon SD960 IS Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon A1100 IS has got outer measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Canon SD960 IS has specifications of 98mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Canon A1100 IS versus Canon SD960 IS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the A1100 IS vs the SD960 IS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A1100 IS and SD960 IS is 93 and 95 respectively.

Canon A1100 IS vs Canon SD960 IS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through technical specs. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A1100 IS and SD960 IS.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you may want to take the release date of the products into consideration.

Canon A1100 IS vs Canon SD960 IS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A1100 IS vs Canon SD960 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1100 IS | Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1100 IS | Canon PowerShot SD960 IS |
Otherwise known as | - | Digital IXUS 110 IS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-02-18 | 2009-02-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
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 | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 2.8 inch |
Display resolution | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 lbs) | 145g (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 98 x 54 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | NB-4L |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $160 | - |