Canon SD960 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS
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Canon SD960 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS 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
- Announced February 2009
- Additionally Known as Digital IXUS 110 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Introduced June 2013

Canon SD960 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Overview
Here is a extensive overview of the Canon SD960 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SD960 IS (12MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SD960 IS was unveiled 5 years earlier than the TG-2 iHS and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the SD960 IS matches up against the TG-2 iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SD960 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD960 IS and Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The full galleries are provided at Canon SD960 IS Gallery and Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD960 IS over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
SD960 IS | TG-2 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Canon SD960 IS
TG-2 iHS | SD960 IS | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 53 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 610k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+380k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD960 IS and Olympus TG-2 iHS
SD960 IS | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Canon SD960 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor 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") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Olympus TG-2 iHS has sizing of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Check out the Canon SD960 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SD960 IS compared to the TG-2 iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD960 IS and TG-2 iHS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Canon SD960 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The graphic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SD960 IS and TG-2 iHS.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images although you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older SD960 IS will be behind in sensor tech.

Canon SD960 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD960 IS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS |
Also called | Digital IXUS 110 IS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2009-02-18 | 2013-06-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.8 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 610k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 145g (0.32 lb) | 230g (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 54 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 350 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-4L | Li-90B |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | - | $380 |