Canon A3300 IS vs Canon SD4000 IS
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Canon A3300 IS vs Canon SD4000 IS Key Specs
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-105mm (F2.0-5.3) lens
- 175g - 100 x 54 x 23mm
- Released August 2010
- Alternate Name is IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S
Canon A3300 IS vs Canon SD4000 IS Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Canon A3300 IS and Canon SD4000 IS, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are designed by Canon. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the A3300 IS (16MP) and SD4000 IS (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe A3300 IS was launched 6 months later than the SD4000 IS so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A3300 IS matches up against the SD4000 IS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon A3300 IS vs Canon SD4000 IS Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Canon SD4000 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3300 IS over the Canon SD4000 IS
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Reasons to pick Canon SD4000 IS over the Canon A3300 IS
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Common features in the Canon A3300 IS and Canon SD4000 IS
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Released | January 2011 | August 2010 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Canon A3300 IS vs Canon SD4000 IS Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A3300 IS has outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Canon SD4000 IS has measurements of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Canon A3300 IS and Canon SD4000 IS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the A3300 IS compared to the SD4000 IS.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A3300 IS and SD4000 IS is 95 and 94 respectively.
Canon A3300 IS vs Canon SD4000 IS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The visual here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A3300 IS and SD4000 IS.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon A3300 IS to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively.
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Canon A3300 IS vs Canon SD4000 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS |
Also called as | - | IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2010-08-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Digic 4 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-105mm (3.8x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.0-5.3 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2500 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 149 grams (0.33 pounds) | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 100 x 54 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-8L | NB-6L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $200 | $300 |