Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS
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![Canon PowerShot SD980 IS front Canon PowerShot SD980 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-SD980-IS-ek-fs.jpg)
![Olympus TG-630 iHS front Olympus TG-630 iHS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-TG-630-iHS/Olympus-TG-630-iHS-front.jpg)
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34 Overall
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Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 100 x 53 x 23mm
- Revealed August 2009
- Also referred to as Digital IXUS 200 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Released January 2013
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Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Overview
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.
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Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Canon SD980 IS over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
SD980 IS | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Canon SD980 IS
TG-630 iHS | SD980 IS | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 41 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD980 IS and Olympus TG-630 iHS
SD980 IS | TG-630 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS size comparison Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD980-IS-vs-Olympus-TG-630-iHS-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD980 IS and TG-630 iHS is 95 and 94 respectively.
![Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS top view buttons comparison Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD980-IS-vs-Olympus-TG-630-iHS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Sensor Comparison
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.
![Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS sensor size comparison Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD980-IS-vs-Olympus-TG-630-iHS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD980-IS-vs-Olympus-TG-630-iHS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Canon SD980 IS vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD980 IS | Olympus TG-630 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD980 IS | Olympus TG-630 iHS |
Alternate name | Digital IXUS 200 IS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-08-19 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 lbs) | 167g (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 53 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | - | $200 |