Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung WB35F
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Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung WB35F 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
- Introduced February 2009
- Also referred to as Digital IXUS 990 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2014

Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung WB35F Overview
Here is a extensive comparison of the Canon SD970 IS versus Samsung WB35F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the SD970 IS (12MP) and WB35F (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SD970 IS was manufactured 5 years prior to the WB35F and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SD970 IS matches up vs the WB35F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung WB35F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD970 IS and Samsung WB35F. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SD970 IS Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD970 IS over the Samsung WB35F
SD970 IS | WB35F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Canon SD970 IS
WB35F | SD970 IS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 59 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the Canon SD970 IS and Samsung WB35F
SD970 IS | WB35F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung WB35F Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SD970 IS provides external 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) whilst the Samsung WB35F has measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD970 IS versus Samsung WB35F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SD970 IS compared to the WB35F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SD970 IS and WB35F is 94 and 93 respectively.

Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung WB35F Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The visual below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD970 IS and WB35F.
To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung WB35F to produce greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older SD970 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung WB35F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD970 IS vs Samsung WB35F Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD970 IS | Samsung WB35F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD970 IS | Samsung WB35F |
Also Known as | Digital IXUS 990 IS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-02-18 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 194 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-5L | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | - | $130 |