Canon SD990 IS vs Nikon L32

Below is a in depth analysis of the Canon SD990 IS vs Nikon L32, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the SD990 IS (15MP) and L32 (20MP) and the SD990 IS (1/1.7") and L32 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The SD990 IS was brought out 7 years prior to the L32 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SD990 IS matches up vs the L32 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD990 IS and Nikon Coolpix L32. The entire galleries are available at Canon SD990 IS Gallery and Nikon L32 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. 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 Nikon L32 has proportions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Examine the Canon SD990 IS vs Nikon L32 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SD990 IS compared to the L32.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SD990 IS and L32 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD990 IS and L32.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SD990 IS because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon L32 will provide more detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older SD990 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.