Canon SD980 IS vs Nikon S32

Here is a extended review of the Canon SD980 IS and Nikon S32, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SD980 IS (12MP) and the S32 (13MP) is very comparable but the SD980 IS (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The SD980 IS was announced 5 years earlier than the S32 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SD980 IS scores versus the S32 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD980 IS and Nikon Coolpix S32. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD980 IS Gallery and Nikon S32 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SD980 IS offers 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) and the Nikon S32 has sizing of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Canon SD980 IS and Nikon S32 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SD980 IS vs the S32.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SD980 IS and S32 is 95 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The graphic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD980 IS and S32.

All in all, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SD980 IS having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S32 will produce greater detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older SD980 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.