Canon SD4000 IS vs Canon SX600 HS

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon SD4000 IS vs Canon SX600 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Canon. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and SX600 HS (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD4000 IS was launched 4 years before the SX600 HS and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SD4000 IS grades vs the SX600 HS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS and Canon PowerShot SX600 HS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery and Canon SX600 HS Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SD4000 IS enjoys outside measurements of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Canon SX600 HS has sizing of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the Canon SD4000 IS vs Canon SX600 HS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SD4000 IS vs the SX600 HS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SD4000 IS and SX600 HS is 94 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD4000 IS and SX600 HS.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX600 HS to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older SD4000 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.