Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm F70EXR
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Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm F70EXR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 37-185mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 160g - 96 x 57 x 26mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Also referred to as Digital IXUS 990 IS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-270mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 205g - 99 x 59 x 23mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Alternate Name is FinePix F75EXR
Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm F70EXR Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Canon SD970 IS and FujiFilm F70EXR, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SD970 IS (12MP) and the F70EXR (10MP) is very comparable but the SD970 IS (1/2.3") and F70EXR (1/2") offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SD970 IS was released 5 months prior to the F70EXR which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SD970 IS grades vs the F70EXR with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm F70EXR Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD970 IS and FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR. The complete galleries are available at Canon SD970 IS Gallery and FujiFilm F70EXR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD970 IS over the FujiFilm F70EXR
SD970 IS | F70EXR | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm F70EXR over the Canon SD970 IS
F70EXR | SD970 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SD970 IS and FujiFilm F70EXR
SD970 IS | F70EXR | |||
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Revealed | February 2009 | July 2009 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm F70EXR Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SD970 IS comes with outer dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm F70EXR has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD970 IS and FujiFilm F70EXR in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the SD970 IS versus the F70EXR.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD970 IS and F70EXR is 94 and 93 respectively.
Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm F70EXR Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD970 IS and F70EXR.
As you can tell, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SD970 IS featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Canon SD970 IS will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.
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Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm F70EXR Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD970 IS | FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD970 IS | FujiFilm FinePix F70EXR |
Also called | Digital IXUS 990 IS | FinePix F75EXR |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-02-18 | 2009-07-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | EXR |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.4 x 4.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 30.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3616 x 2712 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 27-270mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.3-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file 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 | 160g (0.35 lb) | 205g (0.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 99 x 59 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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-5L | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus | SD/SDHC Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | - | $280 |