Canon SD980 IS vs Sony W620
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Canon SD980 IS vs Sony W620 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
- Introduced August 2009
- Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 200 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 116g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2012
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Here is a extended overview of the Canon SD980 IS vs Sony W620, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the SD980 IS (12MP) and the W620 (14MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SD980 IS was released 3 years prior to the W620 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SD980 IS grades vs the W620 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD980 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SD980 IS Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD980 IS over the Sony W620
| SD980 IS | W620 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W620 over the Canon SD980 IS
| W620 | SD980 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2012 |  | August 2009 | Fresher by 29 months |
Common features in the Canon SD980 IS and Sony W620
| SD980 IS | W620 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon SD980 IS vs Sony W620 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD980 IS features external 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 Sony W620 has dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD980 IS vs Sony W620 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SD980 IS and the W620.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SD980 IS and W620 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Canon SD980 IS vs Sony W620 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD980 IS and W620.
As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony W620 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The older SD980 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon SD980 IS vs Sony W620 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SD980 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Canon | Sony |
| Model | Canon PowerShot SD980 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620 |
| Also called as | Digital IXUS 200 IS | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2009-08-19 | 2012-01-10 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Digic 4 | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| 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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | - | Clear Photo TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 2 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/3000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.50 m | 3.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| 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 | 150 gr (0.33 pounds) | 116 gr (0.26 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 53 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 shots |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NB-6L | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/micro SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | - | $102 |