Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon SD980 IS and Canon S200 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SD980 IS has external dimensions of 100 x 53 x 23 mm (3.94 x 2.09 x 0.91″) and weighs 150 g (0.33 lb / 5.29 oz) (including batteries). Canon S200 has external dimensions of 100 x 59 x 26 mm (3.94 x 2.32 x 1.02″) and weighs 181 g (0.40 lb / 6.38 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon SD980 IS and the Canon S200. Canon SD980 IS has the same height with Canon S200. On the other hand, with a width of 53mm, it is 6 narrower and also with a thickness of 23mm, it is 3mm thinner than Canon S200.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon SD980 IS and Canon S200.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon SD980 IS is significantly lighter (31g ) than the Canon S200 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SD980 IS / Digital IXUS 200 IS nor Canon PowerShot S200 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SD980 IS and Canon S200's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.