Canon A2100 IS vs Sony S980
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Canon A2100 IS vs Sony S980 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed February 2009
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On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon A2100 IS vs Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the S980 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe A2100 IS was released within a month of the S980 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the A2100 IS matches up against the S980 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A2100 IS Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Sony S980
| A2100 IS | S980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Canon A2100 IS
| S980 | A2100 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and Sony S980
| A2100 IS | S980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2009 |  | February 2009 | Same age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon A2100 IS vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A2100 IS comes with exterior measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony S980 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Canon A2100 IS vs Sony S980 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the A2100 IS versus the S980.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2100 IS and S980 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Canon A2100 IS vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2100 IS and S980.
All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of images though you really should take the launch date of the cameras into account.
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Canon A2100 IS vs Sony S980 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
| Model | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-02-18 | 2009-02-17 |
| Physical type | Compact | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 36-216mm (6.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 185 grams (0.41 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" 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 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $220 | $300 |