Canon SD960 IS vs Canon T3i Specifications

1/2.3 inch 28.1mm²
12.1 megapixels
28.00mm - 112.00mm (35mm eq.)

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APS-C 332.3mm²
18.0 megapixels
ISO 100 - 6400

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Detailed specifications
Canon PowerShot SD960 IS
Canon EOS Rebel T3i (EOS 600D)

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Prices:
Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website	Manufacturer website Canon EOS Rebel T3i (EOS 600D) webpage
Predecessor:		Canon T2i T2i vs T3i
Successor:		Canon T4i T3i vs T4i
General
Model Number:	SD960 IS	T3i
Alternate Model Number(s):		EOS 600D, Kiss X5
Camera Format:	Ultra Compact	SLR
Currently Manufactured:	No	No
Retail Price:	$329.99	$599.99
Street Price:	$299.00	$548.99
Date Available:	2009-03-05	2011-03-15
Tripod Mount:	Yes	Yes
Weight:	5.7 oz (162 g) includes batteries	36.4 oz (1,031 g) includes batteries, kit lens
Size:	3.9 x 2.1 x 0.9 in. (98 x 54 x 22 mm)	5.2 x 3.9 x 3.1 in. (133 x 100 x 80 mm)
Waterproof:	No	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CCD	CMOS
Sensor Manufacturer:		Canon
Effective Megapixels:	12.1	18.0
Sensor Format:	1/2.3 inch	APS-C
Sensor size:	28.0735mm² (6.17mm x 4.55mm)	332.27mm² (22.30mm x 14.90mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	1.54 microns	4.30 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	n/a	1.6x
Aspect Ratio:	4:3, 16:9	3:2
Color Filter Type:	RGBG	RGBG
Anti Aliasing Filter:		Fixed
Self-Cleaning:	No	Yes
Sensor shift image stabilization:	No	No
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No	No
DxO Sensor Score:		65
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):		22.1
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):		11.5
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):		793
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	4000 x 3000 (12.0 MP, 4:3), 4000 x 2248 (9.0 MP, 16:9), 3264 x 2448 (8.0 MP, 4:3), 2592 x 1944 (5.0 MP, 4:3), 1600 x 1200 (1.9 MP, 4:3), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3)	5184 x 3456 (17.9 MP, 3:2), 4608 x 3456 (15.9 MP, 4:3), 5184 x 2912 (15.1 MP, 16:9), 3456 x 3456 (11.9 MP, 1:1), 3456 x 2304 (8.0 MP, 3:2), 3072 x 2304 (7.1 MP, 4:3), 3456 x 1944 (6.7 MP, 16:9), 2304 x 2304 (5.3 MP, 1:1), 2592 x 1728 (4.5 MP, 3:2), 2034 x 1728 (3.5 MP, Other), 2592 x 1456 (3.8 MP, 16:9), 1728 x 1728 (3.0 MP, 1:1), 1920 x 1280 (2.5 MP, 3:2), 1696 x 1280 (2.2 MP, 4:3), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 1280 x 1280 (1.6 MP, 1:1), 720 x 480 (0.3 MP, 3:2), 640 x 480 (0.3 MP, 4:3), 720 x 400 (0.3 MP, Other), 480 x 480 (0.2 MP, 1:1)
Image File Format:	JPEG (EXIF 2.2)	JPEG, .CR2 RAW (14-bit), RAW+L/F JPEG
Continuous-mode frames/second:	1.0	3.6
Video Capture
Can take movies:	Yes	Yes
Movie Resolution:	1280x720 (30) 640x480 (30) 320x240 (30)	1920x1080 (30/25/24) 1280x720 (60/50) 640x480 (30/25)
Movie File Format:	MOV (Image: H.264, Audio: PCM)	MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 video with mono linear PCM audio in MOV container (stereo with ext. mic)
Composite Video Out:	Yes	Yes
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	Yes	Yes
Video Usable as Viewfinder:		Yes
HD Video Out:	Yes	Yes
HD Video Connection:	HDMI	HDMI

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	n/a	Canon EF/EF-S
Lens:	Canon Zoom Lens	Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):	28 - 112mm	29 - 216mm
Focal Length (actual):	5 - 20mm	18 - 135mm
Zoom Ratio:	4.00x	7.50x
Aperture Range:	f/2.8 (W) - f/5.8 (T)	f/3.5 - 22 (wide) / f/5.6 - 38 (tele)
Integrated ND Filter:	No	No
Normal Focus Range:	50 cm to Infinity 19.7 in to Infinity	45 cm to Infinity 17.7 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range:	2 - 50 cm 0.8 - 19.7 in
Filter Thread:	n/a	67.0mm
Thread Type:	n/a	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	Yes	Yes
Digital Zoom:	Yes	No
Digital Zoom Values:	Up to 4x	n/a
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	Contrast Detect with Face Detection	Phase Detect with TTL-CT-SIR AF-dedicated CMOS Sensor: 9-point, 1 enhanced cross-type, 8 single-axis; Live View: Phase Detect, Contrast Detect, Face Detect modes
Auto Focus Assist Light?	Yes	Yes
Manual Focus:	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	LCD	Optical / LCD
Viewfinder Type:		SLR type; fixed eye-level pentamirror, 95% coverage, 0.85x mag., 19mm eyepoint, -3 to +1 diopter
Focus Peaking:	No	No
EVF Resolution:	n/a	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):		0.53x
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):		0.85x
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	No	Yes
Rear Display:	Yes	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	2.8	3.0
Rear Display Resolution:	230,000 dots	1,040,000 dots (346,000 px)
Touchscreen:	No	No
Articulating Screen:	No	Yes
Tilt Swivel Screen:	No	Yes
Selfie Screen:	No	Yes
Max Playback Zoom:	10.0x	10.0x
Top Deck Display:		No

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):		6400
Minimum ISO (native):		100
ISO Settings:	Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600. 3200 requires special scene mode	Auto, 100 - 6400 in 1EV steps, H=12800
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Flash, Underwater, Custom	Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, White Fluorescent, Flash, Custom
Shutter Speed Range:	1/1600 - 15 sec	1/4000 - 30 sec
Bulb Mode:	No	Yes
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps	+/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	Evaluative, Center-weighted, Spot (center), Face Detect AE	63-zone Evaluative (linked to any AF point), Center-weighted, Partial (9%), Spot (4%); iFCL with dual layer sensor
Program Auto Exposure:	Yes	Yes
Aperture Priority:	No	Yes
Shutter Priority:	No	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	No	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:	Portrait, Foliage, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Fireworks, Aquarium, Underwater, ISO 3200, Indoor, Kids & Pets, Night Snapshot, Color Accent, Color Swap, Digital Macro, Long Shutter, Stitch Assist	Creative Auto, Auto+, Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports, Night portrait, Flash off, Auto Depth-of-field AE
Self Timer:	2 or 10 seconds	10, 2, Remote, Continuous (2-10) seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):		No
High Resolution Composite:	No	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	Yes	Yes
Flash Modes:	Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Auto Red-eye Correction, Flash On, Flash Off; FE lock, Slow Synchro	E-TTL II: Auto, Manual flash; Red-Eye Reduction; Second Curtain Synchro
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	n/a	13.0 m / 42.7 ft.
Flash Range Description:	Auto ISO: 1-13 ft./30cm-4.0m (W), 1-6.6 ft./30cm-2.0m (T)	Lens aperture dependent
Max Flash Sync:		1/200
Flash Exposure Compensation:		+/- 2.0 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash Connection:	n/a	Hot Shoe
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:		Full TTL exposure
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	SD / SDHC	SD / SDHC / SDXC
UHS Support:		No UHS support
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	No	No
RAW Capture Support:	No	Yes
Uncompressed Format:		.CR2 RAW (14-bit), RAW+L/F JPEG
Movie File Format:	MOV (Image: H.264, Audio: PCM)	MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 video with mono linear PCM audio in MOV container (stereo with ext. mic)
Included Memory:	No memory included	No memory included
Included Memory Type:
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	No	No
NFC:	No	No
Bluetooth:	No	No
Built-In GPS:	No	No
Microphone Jack:	No	Yes
Headphone Jack:	No	No
External Connections:	USB 2.0 High Speed	USB 2.0 High Speed
PictBridge Compliant:	Yes	Yes
DPOF Compliant:	Yes	Yes
Remote Control:	No	Yes
Remote Control Type:		Optional Wired (RS-60E3) or Wireless (RC-6 , RC-5, RC-1)
Connections (extended):	HDMI output	Mini (Type-C) HDMI-CEC, External Stereo Mic Jack, Wired Remote Jack

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):	2.21	0.44
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):		0.46
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):		6
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):		0.39
Camera penalizes early shutter press?	No	No
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):	1.0	3.6
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):	Unlimited	9
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):		3.6
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):		5
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):		3.3
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):		3
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):	0.42 seconds	0.28 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):	0.46 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):		0.83 seconds
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):		0.084 seconds
Shutter Lag (manual focus):		0.114 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):		0.26 seconds
Shutter Lag (prefocused):	0.077 seconds	0.087 seconds
Shutter Lag (notes):		OVF: Auto Selection AF: 0.160s Live View: Phase-detect AF lag: 1.176s Contrast-detect AF lag: 0.826s Prefocused: 0.084s
Startup Time:	1.7 seconds	1.5 seconds
Play -> Record Time:		1.2 seconds
Flash cycle time, full power:	9.0 seconds	3.2 seconds
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):	200 shots	180 shots
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):		440 shots
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary NB-4L	Proprietary LP-E8
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium Ion rechargeable	Lithium-ion rechargeble
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary NB-4L Lithium-ion rechargeable	1 x Proprietary LP-E8 Lithium-ion rechargeble
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:		Yes
Internal Charging Supported:		No
Software
Included Software:	Canon software suite	EOS Digital Solutions Disc (EOS Utility, ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser, Digital Photo Professional, Picture Style Editor, Movie Edit Task, Video Snapshot Task, PhotoStitch)
OS Compatibility:	Windows, Mac OS	Windows XP/Vista/7, Mac OS X 10.4+
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	Optical Image Stabilization, Face Detection, Motion Detection, 720p HD video. Available in silver, blue, pink, and gold.	Vari-angle high resolution 3:2 LCD, new EOS Scene Detection technology, Auto Picture Style, improved ALO and AWB, Feature Guide, Basic + Function, smooth video digital zoom, Video Snapshot, Creative Filters (Fisheye (new), Grainy, Soft Focus, Miniature, Toy, Fisheye, Multi), multi-aspect (3:2, 4:3, 16:9, 1:1), Image Verification (optional software required), built-in wireless Speedlite transmitter, up to 1080p movies with manual exposure control (aperture, shutter speed, ISO).