Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-ZR100
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Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-ZR100 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed August 2010
- Alternate Name is IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2011

Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-ZR100 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Canon SD4000 IS versus Casio EX-ZR100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and the EX-ZR100 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SD4000 IS was brought out 11 months before the EX-ZR100 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the SD4000 IS matches up against the EX-ZR100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS & Casio Exilim EX-ZR100. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery & Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD4000 IS over the Casio EX-ZR100
SD4000 IS | EX-ZR100 |
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Canon SD4000 IS
EX-ZR100 | SD4000 IS | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | August 2010 | More modern by 11 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD4000 IS and Casio EX-ZR100
SD4000 IS | EX-ZR100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-ZR100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon SD4000 IS has physical dimensions of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZR100 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SD4000 IS versus Casio EX-ZR100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SD4000 IS versus the EX-ZR100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SD4000 IS and EX-ZR100 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-ZR100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SD4000 IS and EX-ZR100.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Casio EX-ZR100 to give you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SD4000 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-ZR100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD4000 IS vs Casio EX-ZR100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 |
Also called as | IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-08-02 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | Exilim Engine HS |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-105mm (3.8x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-5.3 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | Super Clear TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 40.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lb) | 204 gr (0.45 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 54 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $300 | $300 |