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Canon SD980 IS vs Panasonic TS10

Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
28
Overall
31
Canon PowerShot SD980 IS front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 front
Portability
93
Imaging
36
Features
20
Overall
29

Canon SD980 IS vs Panasonic TS10 Key Specs

Canon SD980 IS
(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
  • Introduced August 2009
  • Also referred to as Digital IXUS 200 IS
Panasonic TS10
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
  • 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
  • Announced January 2010
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT10
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Canon SD980 IS vs Panasonic TS10 Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon SD980 IS and Panasonic TS10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SD980 IS (12MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SD980 IS was unveiled 5 months prior to the TS10 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SD980 IS grades against the TS10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD980 IS over the Panasonic TS10

 SD980 IS TS10 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS10 over the Canon SD980 IS

 TS10 SD980 IS 

Common features in the Canon SD980 IS and Panasonic TS10

 SD980 IS TS10 
AnnouncedAugust 2009January 2010Same age
Manual focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Canon SD980 IS vs Panasonic TS10 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SD980 IS enjoys exterior dimensions 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 Panasonic TS10 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Look at the Canon SD980 IS and Panasonic TS10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SD980 IS against the TS10.

Canon SD980 IS vs Panasonic TS10 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD980 IS and TS10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon SD980 IS vs Panasonic TS10 top view buttons comparison

Canon SD980 IS vs Panasonic TS10 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The pic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SD980 IS and TS10.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS10 to produce extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively.

Canon SD980 IS vs Panasonic TS10 sensor size comparison

Canon SD980 IS vs Panasonic TS10 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD980 IS vs Panasonic TS10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SD980 IS Portrait photography features
Panasonic TS10 Portrait photography features
20
manual focus not available
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
28
MP count decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon SD980 IS Street photography factors
Panasonic TS10 Street photography factors
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
weather sealing
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Canon SD980 IS as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic TS10 as a Sports photography camera
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
39
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
weather sealing
max fps low (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SD980 IS as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic TS10 as a Travel photography camera
58
flash built-in
really wide (24mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f2.8)
61
weather sealing
MP count decent (14MP)
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SD980 IS Landscape photography info
Panasonic TS10 Landscape photography info
38
really wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
36
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
weather sealing
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SD980 IS Vlogging features
Panasonic TS10 Vlogging features
30
really wide (24mm)
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of mic support
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic jack
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Canon SD980 IS vs Panasonic TS10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD980 IS and Panasonic TS10
 Canon PowerShot SD980 ISPanasonic Lumix DMC-TS10
General Information
Company Canon Panasonic
Model Canon PowerShot SD980 IS Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10
Also called as Digital IXUS 200 IS Lumix DMC-FT10
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Introduced 2009-08-19 2010-01-21
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Digic 4 Venus Engine IV
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-120mm (5.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/3.5-5.6
Macro focus distance 3cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 secs 60 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/3000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per second 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 6.50 m 4.90 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic 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 None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 150 gr (0.33 pounds) 188 gr (0.41 pounds)
Physical dimensions 100 x 53 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" 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 model NB-6L -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at launch - $249