Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Let's look closer at the Canon SD970 IS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SD970 IS (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SD970 IS was manufactured 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 4G which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the SD970 IS matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 4G in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD970 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The entire galleries are available at Canon SD970 IS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SD970 IS offers physical dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SD970 IS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SD970 IS against the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SD970 IS and Galaxy Camera 4G is 94 and 90 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD970 IS and Galaxy Camera 4G.

Plainly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to result in greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged SD970 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.