Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung HZ15W

On this page, we are evaluating the Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SD970 IS (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SD970 IS was manufactured about the same time to the HZ15W and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SD970 IS scores against the HZ15W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD970 IS & Samsung HZ15W. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SD970 IS Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SD970 IS enjoys outer dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung HZ15W has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SD970 IS versus the HZ15W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SD970 IS and HZ15W is 94 and 90 respectively.

Often, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The pic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD970 IS and HZ15W.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photos however you should really take the age of the cameras into account.