Canon SD780 IS vs Fujifilm Z900EXR
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Canon SD780 IS vs Fujifilm Z900EXR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-100mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 155g - 87 x 56 x 18mm
- Announced February 2009
- Also Known as Digital IXUS 100 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 151g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Launched April 2011

Canon SD780 IS vs Fujifilm Z900EXR Overview
Below is a thorough review of the Canon SD780 IS vs Fujifilm Z900EXR, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the SD780 IS (12MP) and Fujifilm Z900EXR (16MP) and the SD780 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm Z900EXR (1/2") offer totally different sensor size.

The SD780 IS was introduced 3 years prior to the Fujifilm Z900EXR and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SD780 IS matches up vs the Fujifilm Z900EXR in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SD780 IS vs Fujifilm Z900EXR Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD780 IS & Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD780 IS Gallery & Fujifilm Z900EXR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD780 IS over the Fujifilm Z900EXR
SD780 IS | Fujifilm Z900EXR |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z900EXR over the Canon SD780 IS
Fujifilm Z900EXR | SD780 IS | |||
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Launched | April 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 25 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD780 IS and Fujifilm Z900EXR
SD780 IS | Fujifilm Z900EXR | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon SD780 IS vs Fujifilm Z900EXR Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SD780 IS has outside measurements of 87mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Fujifilm Z900EXR has measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SD780 IS vs Fujifilm Z900EXR in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SD780 IS compared to the Fujifilm Z900EXR.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD780 IS and Fujifilm Z900EXR is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon SD780 IS vs Fujifilm Z900EXR Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD780 IS and Fujifilm Z900EXR.
All in all, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SD780 IS using its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Fujifilm Z900EXR will give greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older SD780 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SD780 IS vs Fujifilm Z900EXR Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD780 IS vs Fujifilm Z900EXR Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD780 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR |
Also called | Digital IXUS 100 IS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-02-18 | 2011-04-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | EXR |
Sensor type | CCD | EXRCMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.4 x 4.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 30.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-100mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.8 | f/3.9-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155 grams (0.34 lbs) | 151 grams (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 87 x 56 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-4L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group, Auto-shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $0 | $380 |