Canon S120 vs Canon SD4000 IS
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Canon S120 vs Canon SD4000 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F1.8-5.7) lens
- 217g - 100 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced November 2013
- Previous Model is Canon S110
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-105mm (F2.0-5.3) lens
- 175g - 100 x 54 x 23mm
- Introduced August 2010
- Additionally Known as IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S

Canon S120 vs Canon SD4000 IS Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Canon S120 and Canon SD4000 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are designed by Canon. The sensor resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the SD4000 IS (10MP) is relatively comparable but the S120 (1/1.7") and SD4000 IS (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.

The S120 was launched 3 years later than the SD4000 IS and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S120 grades vs the SD4000 IS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon S120 vs Canon SD4000 IS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S120 & Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon S120 Gallery & Canon SD4000 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S120 over the Canon SD4000 IS
S120 | SD4000 IS | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | ![]() | August 2010 | Fresher by 41 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Canon SD4000 IS over the Canon S120
SD4000 IS | S120 |
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Common features in the Canon S120 and Canon SD4000 IS
S120 | SD4000 IS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Canon S120 vs Canon SD4000 IS Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon S120 has got exterior dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Canon SD4000 IS has dimensions of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check out the Canon S120 and Canon SD4000 IS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S120 and the SD4000 IS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S120 and SD4000 IS is 92 and 94 respectively.

Canon S120 vs Canon SD4000 IS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S120 and SD4000 IS.
Clearly, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S120 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon S120 will show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent S120 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon S120 vs Canon SD4000 IS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S120 vs Canon SD4000 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot S120 | Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot S120 | Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS |
Also called as | - | IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-11-26 | 2010-08-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 6 | Digic 4 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-105mm (3.8x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-5.7 | f/2.0-5.3 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT PureColor II G Touch screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 217 gr (0.48 pounds) | 175 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 100 x 54 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 56 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 246 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | NB-6L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $449 | $300 |