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Canon SD960 IS vs Fujifilm Z35

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
27
Overall
31
Canon PowerShot SD960 IS front
 
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 front
Portability
95
Imaging
32
Features
13
Overall
24

Canon SD960 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Key Specs

Canon SD960 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
  • 145g - 98 x 54 x 22mm
  • Released February 2009
  • Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 110 IS
Fujifilm Z35
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
  • Launched July 2009
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Canon SD960 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Overview

In this article, we are comparing the Canon SD960 IS and Fujifilm Z35, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SD960 IS (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SD960 IS was announced 5 months before the Fujifilm Z35 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SD960 IS matches up against the Fujifilm Z35 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD960 IS over the Fujifilm Z35

 SD960 IS Fujifilm Z35 
Display sizing2.8"2.5"Larger display (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Canon SD960 IS

 Fujifilm Z35 SD960 IS 

Common features in the Canon SD960 IS and Fujifilm Z35

 SD960 IS Fujifilm Z35 
LaunchedFebruary 2009July 2009Same generation
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Canon SD960 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SD960 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 98mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Fujifilm Z35 has proportions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SD960 IS vs the Fujifilm Z35.

Canon SD960 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD960 IS and Fujifilm Z35 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon SD960 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 top view buttons comparison

Canon SD960 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD960 IS and Fujifilm Z35.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Canon SD960 IS to show extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively.

Canon SD960 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 sensor size comparison

Canon SD960 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD960 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SD960 IS Portrait photography highlights
Fujifilm Z35 Portrait photography highlights
26
provides face detect focus
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
low MP (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
19
lack of manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon SD960 IS
Street photography with Fujifilm Z35
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
54
lighter than others (125g)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon SD960 IS
Sports photography with Fujifilm Z35
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
16
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon SD960 IS
Travel photography with Fujifilm Z35
58
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
low MP (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
55
lighter than others (125g)
has built in flash
doesn't have Timelapse recording
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon SD960 IS
Landscape photography with Fujifilm Z35
36
rather wide (28mm)
screen size is good (2.8 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
lack of manual exposure
low MP (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse function
22
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
no manual control
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SD960 IS Vlogging advice
Fujifilm Z35 Vlogging advice
30
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focus
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone support
25
lighter than others (125g)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have microphone socket
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Canon SD960 IS vs Fujifilm Z35 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD960 IS and Fujifilm Z35
 Canon PowerShot SD960 ISFujifilm FinePix Z35
General Information
Brand Canon FujiFilm
Model Canon PowerShot SD960 IS Fujifilm FinePix Z35
Otherwise known as Digital IXUS 110 IS -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-02-18 2009-07-22
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-5.8 f/3.7-4.2
Macro focus range 2cm 8cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.8" 2.5"
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 seconds 3 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/1000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.00 m 3.10 m
Flash settings Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 145 gr (0.32 lb) 125 gr (0.28 lb)
Dimensions 98 x 54 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" 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 NB-4L NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at launch - $130