Canon SD960 IS vs Sony W650
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Canon SD960 IS vs Sony W650 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 145g - 98 x 54 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 110 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 124g - 94 x 56 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012
Canon SD960 IS vs Sony W650 Overview
Let's look closer at the Canon SD960 IS and Sony W650, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the SD960 IS (12MP) and W650 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe SD960 IS was introduced 3 years before the W650 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the SD960 IS grades vs the W650 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SD960 IS vs Sony W650 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD960 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD960 IS Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD960 IS over the Sony W650
SD960 IS | W650 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W650 over the Canon SD960 IS
W650 | SD960 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | February 2009 | More modern by 35 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SD960 IS and Sony W650
SD960 IS | W650 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
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 Sony W650 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SD960 IS has exterior measurements of 98mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony W650 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check out the Canon SD960 IS and Sony W650 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SD960 IS versus the W650.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SD960 IS and W650 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Canon SD960 IS vs Sony W650 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The pic here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD960 IS and W650.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony W650 to render more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged SD960 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon SD960 IS vs Sony W650 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650 |
Otherwise known as | Digital IXUS 110 IS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-02-18 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.8 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 145 grams (0.32 lbs) | 124 grams (0.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 54 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 94 x 56 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-4L | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | - | $140 |