Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon P7700
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Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon P7700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 100 x 53 x 23mm
- Released August 2009
- Other Name is Digital IXUS 200 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-4.0) lens
- 392g - 119 x 73 x 50mm
- Revealed May 2013
- Superseded the Nikon P7100
Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon P7700 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon P7700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SD980 IS (12MP) and the P7700 (12MP) is pretty close but the SD980 IS (1/2.3") and P7700 (1/1.7") come with different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SD980 IS was launched 4 years earlier than the P7700 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SD980 IS grades vs the P7700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon P7700 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD980 IS & Nikon Coolpix P7700. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SD980 IS Gallery & Nikon P7700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD980 IS over the Nikon P7700
SD980 IS | P7700 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon P7700 over the Canon SD980 IS
P7700 | SD980 IS | |||
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Revealed | May 2013 | August 2009 | Newer by 45 months | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Canon SD980 IS and Nikon P7700
SD980 IS | P7700 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon P7700 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SD980 IS has exterior measurements of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Nikon P7700 has proportions of 119mm x 73mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") and a weight of 392 grams (0.86 lbs).
Check out the Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon P7700 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SD980 IS and the P7700.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SD980 IS and P7700 is 95 and 82 respectively.
Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon P7700 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The picture below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD980 IS and P7700.
All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The SD980 IS uses the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field tougher. The more aged SD980 IS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon P7700 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD980 IS | Nikon Coolpix P7700 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD980 IS | Nikon Coolpix P7700 |
Otherwise known as | Digital IXUS 200 IS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-19 | 2013-05-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.0-4.0 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 10.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150 grams (0.33 lbs) | 392 grams (0.86 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 53 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 119 x 73 x 50mm (4.7" x 2.9" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 53 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 191 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | EN-EL14 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | - | $499 |