Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS

Here, we are evaluating the Canon SD980 IS versus Olympus TG-630 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the SD980 IS (12MP) and the TG-630 iHS (12MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD980 IS was released 4 years prior to the TG-630 iHS and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SD980 IS grades vs the TG-630 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD980 IS and Olympus TG-630 iHS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SD980 IS Gallery and Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon SD980 IS has got exterior dimensions of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Olympus TG-630 iHS has specifications of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Canon SD980 IS versus Olympus TG-630 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SD980 IS compared to the TG-630 iHS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD980 IS and TG-630 iHS is 95 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SD980 IS and TG-630 iHS.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of files though you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older SD980 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.