Canon SD970 IS vs Olympus VH-515

Below, we are comparing the Canon SD970 IS versus Olympus VH-515, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SD970 IS (12MP) and the VH-515 (12MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SD970 IS was manufactured 4 years earlier than the VH-515 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SD970 IS matches up vs the VH-515 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD970 IS and Olympus VH-515. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SD970 IS Gallery and Olympus VH-515 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SD970 IS has external measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Olympus VH-515 has proportions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Canon SD970 IS versus Olympus VH-515 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SD970 IS versus the VH-515.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD970 IS and VH-515 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SD970 IS and VH-515.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged SD970 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.