Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic 3D1

Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon SD960 IS and Panasonic 3D1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SD960 IS (12MP) and the 3D1 (12MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SD960 IS was introduced 3 years prior to the 3D1 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SD960 IS matches up against the 3D1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD960 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD960 IS Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SD960 IS provides outer dimensions of 98mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has sizing of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SD960 IS vs the 3D1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SD960 IS and 3D1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The picture here might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD960 IS and 3D1.

To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of photos but you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged SD960 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.