Canon SD990 IS vs FujiFilm Z70
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Canon SD990 IS vs FujiFilm Z70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-133mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 205g - 98 x 62 x 28mm
- Revealed September 2008
- Additionally referred to as Digital IXUS 980 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 124g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
- Launched February 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix Z71
Canon SD990 IS vs FujiFilm Z70 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Canon SD990 IS versus FujiFilm Z70, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the SD990 IS (15MP) and Z70 (12MP) and the SD990 IS (1/1.7") and Z70 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe SD990 IS was unveiled 16 months earlier than the Z70 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SD990 IS grades against the Z70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SD990 IS vs FujiFilm Z70 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD990 IS and FujiFilm FinePix Z70. The full galleries are available at Canon SD990 IS Gallery and FujiFilm Z70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD990 IS over the FujiFilm Z70
SD990 IS | Z70 |
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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z70 over the Canon SD990 IS
Z70 | SD990 IS | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | September 2008 | Newer by 16 months | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SD990 IS and FujiFilm Z70
SD990 IS | Z70 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Canon SD990 IS vs FujiFilm Z70 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SD990 IS enjoys external measurements of 98mm x 62mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the FujiFilm Z70 has sizing of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD990 IS versus FujiFilm Z70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SD990 IS against the Z70.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SD990 IS and Z70 is 92 and 96 respectively.
Canon SD990 IS vs FujiFilm Z70 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD990 IS and Z70.
To sum up, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SD990 IS having a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon SD990 IS will give greater detail having an extra 3MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged SD990 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Canon SD990 IS vs FujiFilm Z70 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD990 IS | FujiFilm FinePix Z70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD990 IS | FujiFilm FinePix Z70 |
Also Known as | Digital IXUS 980 IS | FinePix Z71 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2008-09-17 | 2010-02-02 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4416 x 3312 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-133mm (3.7x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/4.0-4.8 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 9cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 1/4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.60 m | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow, Manual (Red Eye On/Off) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/500s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lb) | 124 gr (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 62 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" 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 model | NB-5L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/SDHC Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | - | $130 |