Canon SD990 IS vs Casio TRYX
92 Imaging
37 Features
23 Overall
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99 Imaging
35 Features
25 Overall
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Canon SD990 IS vs Casio TRYX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-133mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 205g - 98 x 62 x 28mm
- Introduced September 2008
- Also Known as Digital IXUS 980 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21mm (F2.8) lens
- n/ag - 122 x 58 x 15mm
- Introduced January 2011

Canon SD990 IS vs Casio TRYX Overview
Following is a extensive assessment of the Canon SD990 IS vs Casio TRYX, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Casio. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SD990 IS (15MP) and TRYX (12MP) and the SD990 IS (1/1.7") and TRYX (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

The SD990 IS was revealed 3 years prior to the TRYX which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SD990 IS matches up against the TRYX in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD990 IS vs Casio TRYX Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD990 IS & Casio Exilim TRYX. The full galleries are available at Canon SD990 IS Gallery & Casio TRYX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD990 IS over the Casio TRYX
SD990 IS | TRYX |
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Reasons to pick Casio TRYX over the Canon SD990 IS
TRYX | SD990 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | September 2008 | More modern by 28 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon SD990 IS and Casio TRYX
SD990 IS | TRYX | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Canon SD990 IS vs Casio TRYX Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SD990 IS features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 62mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Casio TRYX has proportions of 122mm x 58mm x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SD990 IS vs Casio TRYX in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SD990 IS versus the TRYX.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SD990 IS and TRYX is 92 and 99 respectively.

Canon SD990 IS vs Casio TRYX Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD990 IS and TRYX.
As you can see, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SD990 IS using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon SD990 IS will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged SD990 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SD990 IS vs Casio TRYX Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD990 IS vs Casio TRYX Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD990 IS | Casio Exilim TRYX | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD990 IS | Casio Exilim TRYX |
Also referred to as | Digital IXUS 980 IS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2008-09-17 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Exilim Engine HS |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4416 x 3312 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-133mm (3.7x) | 21mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 1/8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow, Manual (Red Eye On/Off) | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/500s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 62 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 122 x 58 x 15mm (4.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | - | $689 |