Canon SD990 IS vs Samsung SL620
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Canon SD990 IS vs Samsung SL620 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
- Launched September 2008
- Also Known as Digital IXUS 980 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
- Alternate Name is PL65
Canon SD990 IS vs Samsung SL620 Overview
Following is a thorough comparison of the Canon SD990 IS vs Samsung SL620, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the SD990 IS (15MP) and SL620 (12MP) and the SD990 IS (1/1.7") and SL620 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe SD990 IS was introduced 5 months prior to the SL620 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SD990 IS matches up vs the SL620 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SD990 IS vs Samsung SL620 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD990 IS and Samsung SL620. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD990 IS Gallery and Samsung SL620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD990 IS over the Samsung SL620
SD990 IS | SL620 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Canon SD990 IS
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Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SD990 IS and Samsung SL620
SD990 IS | SL620 | |||
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Launched | September 2008 | February 2009 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Canon SD990 IS vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SD990 IS comes with external 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) whilst the Samsung SL620 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD990 IS vs Samsung SL620 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SD990 IS vs the SL620.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the SD990 IS and SL620 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Canon SD990 IS vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SD990 IS and SL620.
As you can see, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SD990 IS having a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon SD990 IS will give greater detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively.
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Canon SD990 IS vs Samsung SL620 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD990 IS | Samsung SL620 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD990 IS | Samsung SL620 |
Also called as | Digital IXUS 980 IS | PL65 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2008-09-17 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4416 x 3312 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-133mm (3.7x) | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.8 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow, Manual (Red Eye On/Off) | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/500 seconds | - |
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) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | 205 gr (0.45 pounds) | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 62 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 ID | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | - | $200 |