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Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FX580

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
27
Overall
31
Canon PowerShot SD960 IS front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FX580 Key Specs

Canon SD960 IS
(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
  • Announced February 2009
  • Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 110 IS
Panasonic FX580
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
  • Launched January 2009
  • Also Known as Lumix DMC-FX550
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Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FX580 Overview

Here is a extensive overview of the Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SD960 IS (12MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SD960 IS was manufactured within a month of the FX580 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the SD960 IS grades against the FX580 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD960 IS over the Panasonic FX580

 SD960 IS FX580 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Canon SD960 IS

 FX580 SD960 IS 
Screen dimensions3"2.8"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Common features in the Canon SD960 IS and Panasonic FX580

 SD960 IS FX580 
LaunchedFebruary 2009January 2009Same age
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither comes with Touch friendly screen

Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FX580 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD960 IS comes with exterior 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) whilst the Panasonic FX580 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FX580 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SD960 IS and the FX580.

Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FX580 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD960 IS and FX580 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FX580 top view buttons comparison

Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FX580 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD960 IS and FX580.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.

Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FX580 sensor size comparison

Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SD960 IS Portrait photography factors
Panasonic FX580 Portrait photography factors
26
has face detect focus
no manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
26
offers face detection focus
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
low megapixels (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SD960 IS Street photography information
Panasonic FX580 Street photography information
57
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon SD960 IS Sports photography info
Panasonic FX580 Sports photography info
25
image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second low (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow fps (2.0 frames/s)
low megapixels (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SD960 IS Travel photography information
Panasonic FX580 Travel photography information
58
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
58
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
does not have Timelapse function
low megapixels (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SD960 IS Landscape photography information
Panasonic FX580 Landscape photography information
37
decently wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (2.8 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
no manual mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
37
rather wide (25mm)
screen size is decent (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
manual exposure not available
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SD960 IS Vlogging information
Panasonic FX580 Vlogging information
31
decently wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focus
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic support
31
rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focus
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external microphone port
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Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic FX580 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD960 IS and Panasonic FX580
 Canon PowerShot SD960 ISPanasonic Lumix DMC-FX580
General Information
Brand Name Canon Panasonic
Model Canon PowerShot SD960 IS Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580
Also Known as Digital IXUS 110 IS Lumix DMC-FX550
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-02-18 2009-01-27
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 area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max enhanced ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 9 11
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-112mm (4.0x) 25-125mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-5.8 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focus distance 2cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.8 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1600s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.00 m 6.00 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
WB 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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max 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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 145g (0.32 lb) 167g (0.37 lb)
Physical dimensions 98 x 54 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release - $499