Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FH1
95 Imaging
34 Features
27 Overall
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95 Imaging
35 Features
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Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FH1 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
- Other Name is Digital IXUS 110 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Released January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS10

Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SD960 IS (12MP) and the FH1 (12MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SD960 IS was announced 10 months prior to the FH1 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the SD960 IS grades against the FH1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD960 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD960 IS Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD960 IS over the Panasonic FH1
SD960 IS | FH1 | |||
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Display dimension | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Canon SD960 IS
FH1 | SD960 IS | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 10 months |
Common features in the Canon SD960 IS and Panasonic FH1
SD960 IS | FH1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SD960 IS offers outer measurements 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 Panasonic FH1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FH1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SD960 IS versus the FH1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD960 IS and FH1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD960 IS and FH1.
As you can see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you might want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SD960 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Otherwise known as | Digital IXUS 110 IS | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-02-18 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.8 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 6.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 145g (0.32 lbs) | 163g (0.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 54 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" 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 | - |
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/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | - | $150 |