Canon SD960 IS vs Nikon S5100

Below, we will be comparing the Canon SD960 IS versus Nikon S5100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SD960 IS (12MP) and the S5100 (12MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD960 IS was announced 18 months before the S5100 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SD960 IS scores versus the S5100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD960 IS and Nikon Coolpix S5100. The whole galleries are available at Canon SD960 IS Gallery and Nikon S5100 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD960 IS has external dimensions of 98mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon S5100 has dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SD960 IS versus the S5100.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SD960 IS and S5100 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The image below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD960 IS and S5100.

All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos but you may want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged SD960 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.