Canon SD980 IS vs Canon SX600 HS

Here, we are comparing the Canon SD980 IS and Canon SX600 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Canon. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SD980 IS (12MP) and SX600 HS (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SD980 IS was announced 5 years prior to the SX600 HS and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SD980 IS grades versus the SX600 HS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD980 IS and Canon PowerShot SX600 HS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD980 IS Gallery and Canon SX600 HS Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SD980 IS has got external 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) whilst the Canon SX600 HS has sizing of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SD980 IS and Canon SX600 HS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SD980 IS compared to the SX600 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SD980 IS and SX600 HS is 95 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by looking through specifications. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD980 IS and SX600 HS.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX600 HS to provide you with more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older SD980 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.