Canon SD960 IS vs Samsung HZ10W
95 Imaging
34 Features
27 Overall
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90 Imaging
33 Features
27 Overall
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Canon SD960 IS vs Samsung HZ10W 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
- Released February 2009
- Other Name is Digital IXUS 110 IS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Introduced May 2009
- Alternate Name is WB500

Canon SD960 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Canon SD960 IS versus Samsung HZ10W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SD960 IS (12MP) and the HZ10W (10MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SD960 IS was introduced 2 months prior to the HZ10W so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the SD960 IS grades vs the HZ10W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SD960 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD960 IS and Samsung HZ10W. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD960 IS Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD960 IS over the Samsung HZ10W
SD960 IS | HZ10W | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.1") |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Canon SD960 IS
HZ10W | SD960 IS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Canon SD960 IS and Samsung HZ10W
SD960 IS | HZ10W | |||
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Introduced | February 2009 | ![]() | May 2009 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Canon SD960 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SD960 IS features external measurements of 98mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Samsung HZ10W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD960 IS versus Samsung HZ10W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the SD960 IS vs the HZ10W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SD960 IS and HZ10W is 95 and 90 respectively.

Canon SD960 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SD960 IS and HZ10W.
As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon SD960 IS to provide you with extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively.

Canon SD960 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD960 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | Samsung HZ10W |
Alternative name | Digital IXUS 110 IS | WB500 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-18 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2432 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.8 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 145 grams (0.32 lb) | 249 grams (0.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 54 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | - | $300 |