Canon SD960 IS vs Nikon S620
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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)
![Nikon Coolpix S620 front Nikon Coolpix S620 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S620/Nikon-S620-front.jpg)
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Canon SD960 IS vs Nikon S620 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed February 2009
- Alternative Name is Digital IXUS 110 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
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Canon SD960 IS vs Nikon S620 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon SD960 IS versus Nikon S620, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SD960 IS (12MP) and the S620 (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The SD960 IS was introduced around the same time to the S620 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SD960 IS grades vs the S620 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon SD960 IS vs Nikon S620 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD960 IS and Nikon Coolpix S620. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD960 IS Gallery and Nikon S620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD960 IS over the Nikon S620
SD960 IS | S620 | |||
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Display sizing | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Canon SD960 IS
S620 | SD960 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SD960 IS and Nikon S620
SD960 IS | S620 | |||
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Revealed | February 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon SD960 IS vs Nikon S620 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SD960 IS has outer measurements of 98mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon S620 has measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Canon SD960 IS versus Nikon S620 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SD960 IS against the S620.
![Canon SD960 IS vs Nikon S620 size comparison Canon SD960 IS vs Nikon S620 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S620-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SD960 IS and S620 is 95 and 96 respectively.
![Canon SD960 IS vs Nikon S620 top view buttons comparison Canon SD960 IS vs Nikon S620 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S620-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SD960 IS vs Nikon S620 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD960 IS and S620.
Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of images but you may want to take the production date of the products into consideration.
![Canon SD960 IS vs Nikon S620 sensor size comparison Canon SD960 IS vs Nikon S620 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S620-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SD960 IS vs Nikon S620 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SD960 IS vs Nikon S620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SD960 IS vs Nikon S620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD960-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S620-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SD960 IS vs Nikon S620 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | Nikon Coolpix S620 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | Nikon Coolpix S620 |
Also called | Digital IXUS 110 IS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-02-18 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/2.7-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.8 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, 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 | ||
Supported 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 145 grams (0.32 pounds) | 120 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 54 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 ID | NB-4L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | - | $37 |