Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX130 IS

Lets look a little more closely at the Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX130 IS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Canon. The resolution of the SD960 IS (12MP) and the SX130 IS (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD960 IS was announced 18 months earlier than the SX130 IS making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SD960 IS grades vs the SX130 IS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD960 IS and Canon PowerShot SX130 IS. The whole galleries are available at Canon SD960 IS Gallery and Canon SX130 IS Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SD960 IS features physical measurements of 98mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Canon SX130 IS has sizing of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX130 IS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SD960 IS against the SX130 IS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SD960 IS and SX130 IS is 95 and 85 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The visual below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD960 IS and SX130 IS.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older SD960 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.