Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX220 HS
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![Canon PowerShot SD960 IS front Canon PowerShot SD960 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS.jpg)
![Canon SX220 HS front Canon SX220 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-SX220-HS/Canon-SX220-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX220 HS Key Specs
(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
- Launched February 2009
- Also Known as Digital IXUS 110 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
- Launched February 2011
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Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX220 HS Overview
Let's look more closely at the Canon SD960 IS and Canon SX220 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Canon. The image resolution of the SD960 IS (12MP) and the SX220 HS (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
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The SD960 IS was launched 23 months before the SX220 HS which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SD960 IS matches up vs the SX220 HS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX220 HS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD960 IS and Canon SX220 HS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SD960 IS Gallery and Canon SX220 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD960 IS over the Canon SX220 HS
SD960 IS | SX220 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Canon SD960 IS
SX220 HS | SD960 IS | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 23 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD960 IS and Canon SX220 HS
SD960 IS | SX220 HS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX220 HS Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Canon SD960 IS has physical measurements of 98mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Canon SX220 HS has sizing of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SD960 IS and Canon SX220 HS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SD960 IS versus the SX220 HS.
![Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX220 HS size comparison Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX220 HS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS-vs-Canon-SX220-HS-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD960 IS and SX220 HS is 95 and 96 respectively.
![Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX220 HS top view buttons comparison Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX220 HS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS-vs-Canon-SX220-HS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX220 HS Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SD960 IS and SX220 HS.
As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older SD960 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.
![Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX220 HS sensor size comparison Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX220 HS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS-vs-Canon-SX220-HS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX220 HS Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX220 HS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX220 HS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS-vs-Canon-SX220-HS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon SD960 IS vs Canon SX220 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | Canon SX220 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | Canon SX220 HS |
Also referred to as | Digital IXUS 110 IS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-02-18 | 2011-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-392mm (14.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.8 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | PureColor II TG TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/3200s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic 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 | 145g (0.32 lbs) | - |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 54 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 210 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-4L | NB-5L |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | - | $399 |