Canon SD980 IS vs Sony WX5

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SD980 IS and Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SD980 IS (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SD980 IS was manufactured 10 months earlier than the WX5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SD980 IS grades against the WX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD980 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The entire galleries are available at Canon SD980 IS Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SD980 IS features physical measurements of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony WX5 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the SD980 IS against the WX5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SD980 IS and WX5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD980 IS and WX5.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older SD980 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.