Canon SD980 IS vs Canon SX260 HS

Following is a thorough assessment of the Canon SD980 IS vs Canon SX260 HS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Canon. The image resolution of the SD980 IS (12MP) and the SX260 HS (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD980 IS was introduced 3 years earlier than the SX260 HS which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SD980 IS matches up against the SX260 HS for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD980 IS and Canon PowerShot SX260 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD980 IS Gallery and Canon SX260 HS Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SD980 IS has got exterior dimensions of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Canon SX260 HS has specifications of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Canon SD980 IS vs Canon SX260 HS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD980 IS compared to the SX260 HS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD980 IS and SX260 HS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The picture here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD980 IS and SX260 HS.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files but you have to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SD980 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.