Canon D10 vs Canon SD960 IS

Below is a in-depth overview of the Canon D10 versus Canon SD960 IS, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are designed by Canon. The resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the SD960 IS (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The D10 was announced 5 months later than the SD960 IS so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the D10 scores vs the SD960 IS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D10 & Canon PowerShot SD960 IS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon D10 Gallery & Canon SD960 IS Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon D10 comes with outer measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Canon SD960 IS has specifications of 98mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Canon D10 versus Canon SD960 IS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the D10 vs the SD960 IS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the D10 and SD960 IS is 89 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at specifications. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D10 and SD960 IS.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of photos but you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.