Canon SD980 IS vs Fujifilm X20

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon SD980 IS and Fujifilm X20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SD980 IS (12MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the SD980 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X20 (2/3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The SD980 IS was announced 4 years prior to the Fujifilm X20 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the SD980 IS scores against the Fujifilm X20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD980 IS and Fujifilm X20. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD980 IS Gallery and Fujifilm X20 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SD980 IS has got physical 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 Fujifilm X20 has proportions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs).

Check the Canon SD980 IS and Fujifilm X20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SD980 IS and the Fujifilm X20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SD980 IS and Fujifilm X20 is 95 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD980 IS and Fujifilm X20.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The SD980 IS provides the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field harder. The older SD980 IS will be behind in sensor innovation.