Canon SD970 IS vs Kodak C135
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![Canon PowerShot SD970 IS front Canon PowerShot SD970 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-SD970-IS.jpg)
![Kodak EasyShare C135 front Kodak EasyShare C135 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Kodak-EasyShare-C135/Kodak-C135-front.jpg)
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Canon SD970 IS vs Kodak C135 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
- Launched February 2009
- Also Known as Digital IXUS 990 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1250
- 640 x 480 video
- 35mm (F3.0) lens
- 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
- Released January 2012
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Canon SD970 IS vs Kodak C135 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Canon SD970 IS and Kodak C135, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. The image resolution of the SD970 IS (12MP) and the C135 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The SD970 IS was launched 3 years earlier than the C135 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SD970 IS matches up versus the C135 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon SD970 IS vs Kodak C135 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD970 IS & Kodak EasyShare C135. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SD970 IS Gallery & Kodak C135 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD970 IS over the Kodak C135
SD970 IS | C135 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.6") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 112k | Clearer display (+349k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak C135 over the Canon SD970 IS
C135 | SD970 IS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 35 months |
Common features in the Canon SD970 IS and Kodak C135
SD970 IS | C135 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Canon SD970 IS vs Kodak C135 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD970 IS has got exterior 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) while the Kodak C135 has dimensions of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Look at the Canon SD970 IS and Kodak C135 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SD970 IS against the C135.
![Canon SD970 IS vs Kodak C135 size comparison Canon SD970 IS vs Kodak C135 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD970-IS-vs-Kodak-EasyShare-C135-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SD970 IS and C135 is 94 and 92 respectively.
![Canon SD970 IS vs Kodak C135 top view buttons comparison Canon SD970 IS vs Kodak C135 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD970-IS-vs-Kodak-EasyShare-C135-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SD970 IS vs Kodak C135 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing specs. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD970 IS and C135.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Kodak C135 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The older SD970 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Canon SD970 IS vs Kodak C135 sensor size comparison Canon SD970 IS vs Kodak C135 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD970-IS-vs-Kodak-EasyShare-C135-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SD970 IS vs Kodak C135 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SD970 IS vs Kodak C135 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SD970 IS vs Kodak C135 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD970-IS-vs-Kodak-EasyShare-C135-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon SD970 IS vs Kodak C135 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD970 IS | Kodak EasyShare C135 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Kodak |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD970 IS | Kodak EasyShare C135 |
Otherwise known as | Digital IXUS 990 IS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-02-18 | 2012-01-10 |
Body design | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1250 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 35mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.0 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.4 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 112k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 lb) | 175 gr (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 ID | NB-5L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | - | $0 |