Clicky

Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm JV100

Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
24
Overall
30
Canon PowerShot SD970 IS front
 
FujiFilm FinePix JV100 front
Portability
96
Imaging
34
Features
14
Overall
26

Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm JV100 Key Specs

Canon SD970 IS
(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
  • Launched February 2009
  • Additionally Known as Digital IXUS 990 IS
FujiFilm JV100
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
  • 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
  • Introduced February 2010
  • Also Known as FinePix JV105
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm JV100 Overview

Here, we will be comparing the Canon SD970 IS versus FujiFilm JV100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SD970 IS (12MP) and the JV100 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The SD970 IS was revealed 11 months before the JV100 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SD970 IS grades versus the JV100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or ban

        

Reasons to pick Canon SD970 IS over the FujiFilm JV100

 SD970 IS JV100 
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kClearer screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick FujiFilm JV100 over the Canon SD970 IS

 JV100 SD970 IS 
IntroducedFebruary 2010February 2009Fresher by 11 months

Common features in the Canon SD970 IS and FujiFilm JV100

 SD970 IS JV100 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm JV100 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SD970 IS offers exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the FujiFilm JV100 has measurements of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Canon SD970 IS versus FujiFilm JV100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SD970 IS vs the JV100.

Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm JV100 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD970 IS and JV100 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm JV100 top view buttons comparison

Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm JV100 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD970 IS and JV100.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of files although you will need to take the age of the products into consideration. The older SD970 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm JV100 sensor size comparison

Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm JV100 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm JV100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SD970 IS Portrait photography factors
FujiFilm JV100 Portrait photography factors
26
has face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
20
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
Photography Glossary

Street Comparison

Canon SD970 IS Street photography info
FujiFilm JV100 Street photography info
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
55
lighter than competitors in class (126g)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Sports Comparison

Canon SD970 IS Sports photography info
FujiFilm JV100 Sports photography info
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second very slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
17
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Travel Comparison

Canon SD970 IS Travel photography factors
FujiFilm JV100 Travel photography factors
51
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
56
lighter than competitors in class (126 grams)
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse recording
low MP (12MP)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Landscape Comparison

Canon SD970 IS Landscape photography information
FujiFilm JV100 Landscape photography information
32
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
no manual exposure
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
23
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon SD970 IS
Vlogging with FujiFilm JV100
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
wide angle not great (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic jack
25
lighter than competitors in class (126g)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic socket
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a Landslide

Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm JV100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD970 IS and FujiFilm JV100
 Canon PowerShot SD970 ISFujiFilm FinePix JV100
General Information
Manufacturer Canon FujiFilm
Model type Canon PowerShot SD970 IS FujiFilm FinePix JV100
Also referred to as Digital IXUS 990 IS FinePix JV105
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-02-18 2010-02-02
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest boosted ISO - 3200
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-185mm (5.0x) 37-111mm (3.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.2-5.7 f/3.2-4.3
Macro focusing range 2cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 461k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15s 8s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1600s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.50 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
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), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 160 grams (0.35 lbs) 126 grams (0.28 lbs)
Physical dimensions 96 x 57 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 ID NB-5L NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch price - $99