Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90
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![Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS front Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-SD4000-IS.jpg)
![Casio Exilim EX-Z90 front Casio Exilim EX-Z90 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Casio-Exilim-EX-Z90/Casio-EX-Z90-front.jpg)
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Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced August 2010
- Alternate Name is IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 121g - 90 x 52 x 19mm
- Revealed August 2009
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Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Overview
Following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SD4000 IS and Casio EX-Z90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and the EX-Z90 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The SD4000 IS was introduced 12 months after the EX-Z90 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SD4000 IS grades vs the EX-Z90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS & Casio Exilim EX-Z90. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery & Casio EX-Z90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD4000 IS over the Casio EX-Z90
SD4000 IS | EX-Z90 | |||
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Revealed | August 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 12 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z90 over the Canon SD4000 IS
EX-Z90 | SD4000 IS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Canon SD4000 IS and Casio EX-Z90
SD4000 IS | EX-Z90 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SD4000 IS offers outer dimensions of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z90 has measurements of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD4000 IS and Casio EX-Z90 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SD4000 IS vs the EX-Z90.
![Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 size comparison Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD4000-IS-vs-Casio-Exilim-EX-Z90-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SD4000 IS and EX-Z90 is 94 and 96 respectively.
![Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 top view buttons comparison Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD4000-IS-vs-Casio-Exilim-EX-Z90-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD4000 IS and EX-Z90.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Casio EX-Z90 to offer you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher SD4000 IS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
![Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 sensor size comparison Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD4000-IS-vs-Casio-Exilim-EX-Z90-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD4000-IS-vs-Casio-Exilim-EX-Z90-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-Z90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Casio Exilim EX-Z90 |
Also Known as | IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-08-02 | 2009-08-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | Digic 4 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-105mm (3.8x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.0-5.3 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lb) | 121 gr (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 54 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 90 x 52 x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-6L | NP-60 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $300 | $150 |