Canon SD990 IS vs Nikon S7000
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Canon SD990 IS vs Nikon S7000 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
- Revealed September 2008
- Alternative Name is Digital IXUS 980 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 165g - 99 x 60 x 27mm
- Revealed February 2015
Canon SD990 IS vs Nikon S7000 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon SD990 IS vs Nikon S7000, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SD990 IS (15MP) and the S7000 (16MP) is fairly similar but the SD990 IS (1/1.7") and S7000 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe SD990 IS was introduced 7 years earlier than the S7000 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the SD990 IS scores versus the S7000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SD990 IS vs Nikon S7000 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD990 IS & Nikon Coolpix S7000. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD990 IS Gallery & Nikon S7000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD990 IS over the Nikon S7000
SD990 IS | S7000 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S7000 over the Canon SD990 IS
S7000 | SD990 IS | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | September 2008 | Fresher by 77 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD990 IS and Nikon S7000
SD990 IS | S7000 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon SD990 IS vs Nikon S7000 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SD990 IS features exterior measurements of 98mm x 62mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon S7000 has specifications of 99mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
See the Canon SD990 IS vs Nikon S7000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SD990 IS and the S7000.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SD990 IS and S7000 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Canon SD990 IS vs Nikon S7000 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD990 IS and S7000.
Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SD990 IS with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S7000 will offer you extra detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older SD990 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Canon SD990 IS vs Nikon S7000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD990 IS | Nikon Coolpix S7000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD990 IS | Nikon Coolpix S7000 |
Also called as | Digital IXUS 980 IS | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2008-09-17 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 4416 x 3312 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-133mm (3.7x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/3.4-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 9.2 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 5.70 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow, Manual (Red Eye On/Off) | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/500s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 lbs) | 165 grams (0.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 62 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 99 x 60 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 180 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-5L | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | - | $280 |