Canon SD970 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1
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Canon SD970 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 37-185mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 160g - 96 x 57 x 26mm
- Released February 2009
- Other Name is Digital IXUS 990 IS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 260g - 124 x 68 x 26mm
- Launched July 2009
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On this page, we are evaluating the Canon SD970 IS versus Fujifilm Real 3D W1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SD970 IS (12MP) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe SD970 IS was announced 5 months prior to the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the SD970 IS scores versus the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD970 IS and Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1. The whole galleries are available at Canon SD970 IS Gallery and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD970 IS over the Fujifilm Real 3D W1
| SD970 IS | Fujifilm Real 3D W1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W1 over the Canon SD970 IS
| Fujifilm Real 3D W1 | SD970 IS |
|---|
Common features in the Canon SD970 IS and Fujifilm Real 3D W1
| SD970 IS | Fujifilm Real 3D W1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2009 |  | July 2009 | Similar generation |
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither offers Touch display |
Canon SD970 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SD970 IS offers physical measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 has sizing of 124mm x 68mm x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") along with a weight of 260 grams (0.57 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD970 IS versus Fujifilm Real 3D W1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SD970 IS compared to the Fujifilm Real 3D W1.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SD970 IS and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 is 94 and 90 respectively.
Canon SD970 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD970 IS and Fujifilm Real 3D W1.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Canon SD970 IS to give more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively.
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Canon SD970 IS vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SD970 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SD970 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 |
| Otherwise known as | Digital IXUS 990 IS | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-02-18 | 2009-07-22 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | RP (Real Photo) 3D |
| 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.7-4.2 |
| Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 8cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.8 inches |
| Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 1/4s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| 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 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) | 260 grams (0.57 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 124 x 68 x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") |
| 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-95 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | - | $900 |