Canon SD970 IS vs FujiFilm T200

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SD970 IS versus FujiFilm T200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SD970 IS (12MP) and the T200 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SD970 IS was launched 22 months prior to the T200 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SD970 IS scores versus the T200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD970 IS & FujiFilm FinePix T200. The complete galleries are available at Canon SD970 IS Gallery & FujiFilm T200 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SD970 IS features outer dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the FujiFilm T200 has proportions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SD970 IS versus FujiFilm T200 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SD970 IS vs the T200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SD970 IS and T200 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The visual below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SD970 IS and T200.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the FujiFilm T200 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The older SD970 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.