Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon L610

Here, we will be looking at the Canon SD980 IS versus Nikon L610, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SD980 IS (12MP) and L610 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SD980 IS was released 4 years before the L610 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SD980 IS scores vs the L610 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD980 IS and Nikon Coolpix L610. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SD980 IS Gallery and Nikon L610 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD980 IS has outside measurements of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Nikon L610 has dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Look at the Canon SD980 IS versus Nikon L610 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SD980 IS compared to the L610.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SD980 IS and L610 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The image underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD980 IS and L610.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon L610 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged SD980 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.