Canon SD990 IS vs Panasonic FP1
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Canon SD990 IS vs Panasonic FP1 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
- Launched September 2008
- Also Known as Digital IXUS 980 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
Canon SD990 IS vs Panasonic FP1 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Canon SD990 IS and Panasonic FP1, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the SD990 IS (15MP) and FP1 (12MP) and the SD990 IS (1/1.7") and FP1 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe SD990 IS was announced 15 months before the FP1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SD990 IS scores vs the FP1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SD990 IS vs Panasonic FP1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD990 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD990 IS Gallery & Panasonic FP1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD990 IS over the Panasonic FP1
SD990 IS | FP1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Canon SD990 IS
FP1 | SD990 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | September 2008 | Fresher by 15 months | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SD990 IS and Panasonic FP1
SD990 IS | FP1 | |||
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Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Canon SD990 IS vs Panasonic FP1 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD990 IS provides external dimensions of 98mm x 62mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic FP1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check out the Canon SD990 IS and Panasonic FP1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SD990 IS and the FP1.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SD990 IS and FP1 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Canon SD990 IS vs Panasonic FP1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The graphic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD990 IS and FP1.
All in all, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SD990 IS with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Canon SD990 IS will produce extra detail with its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older SD990 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon SD990 IS vs Panasonic FP1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD990 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD990 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 |
Also called as | Digital IXUS 980 IS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2008-09-17 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4416 x 3312 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-133mm (3.7x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow, Manual (Red Eye On/Off) | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/500 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 lb) | 151g (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 62 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | - | $153 |