Canon SD970 IS vs Sony G3
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Canon SD970 IS vs Sony G3 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
- Announced February 2009
- Additionally Known as Digital IXUS 990 IS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
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In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon SD970 IS and Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SD970 IS (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SD970 IS was launched 2 months later than the G3 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SD970 IS scores versus the G3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD970 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The complete galleries are available at Canon SD970 IS Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD970 IS over the Sony G3
| SD970 IS | G3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Canon SD970 IS
| G3 | SD970 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Screen sizing | 3.5" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 461k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD970 IS and Sony G3
| SD970 IS | G3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2009 |  | January 2009 | Similar generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen |
Canon SD970 IS vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD970 IS enjoys external measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony G3 has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SD970 IS against the G3.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD970 IS and G3 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Canon SD970 IS vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD970 IS and G3.
As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon SD970 IS to give more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively.
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Canon SD970 IS vs Sony G3 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SD970 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Sony |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SD970 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
| Also called | Digital IXUS 990 IS | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2009-02-18 | 2009-01-08 |
| Physical type | 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 | 10 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 37-185mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.5-10.0 |
| Macro focusing range | 2cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3.5" |
| Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 160 gr (0.35 pounds) | 185 gr (0.41 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | - | $200 |
