Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic GX8

Here, we will be comparing the Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic GX8, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the SD960 IS (12MP) and GX8 (20MP) and the SD960 IS (1/2.3") and GX8 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SD960 IS was released 7 years before the GX8 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SD960 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SD960 IS matches up against the GX8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD960 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SD960 IS Gallery & Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SD960 IS has got 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) while the Panasonic GX8 has specifications of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") having a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Examine the Canon SD960 IS vs Panasonic GX8 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SD960 IS and the GX8.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SD960 IS and GX8 is 95 and 74 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The image below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SD960 IS and GX8.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SD960 IS due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic GX8 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged SD960 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.