Canon SD4000 IS vs Fujifilm Z37
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Canon SD4000 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 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
- Launched August 2010
- Also referred to as IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Announced July 2009

Canon SD4000 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Canon SD4000 IS vs Fujifilm Z37, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SD4000 IS was revealed 13 months after the Fujifilm Z37 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SD4000 IS matches up against the Fujifilm Z37 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SD4000 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS & Fujifilm FinePix Z37. The full galleries are available at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery & Fujifilm Z37 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD4000 IS over the Fujifilm Z37
SD4000 IS | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Announced | August 2010 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 13 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Canon SD4000 IS
Fujifilm Z37 | SD4000 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SD4000 IS and Fujifilm Z37
SD4000 IS | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon SD4000 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SD4000 IS features 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) whilst the Fujifilm Z37 has proportions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SD4000 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SD4000 IS vs the Fujifilm Z37.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD4000 IS and Fujifilm Z37 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Canon SD4000 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The picture here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD4000 IS and Fujifilm Z37.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you will need to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher SD4000 IS will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Canon SD4000 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD4000 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 |
Alternate name | IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-08-02 | 2009-07-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-105mm (3.8x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-5.3 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 8cm |
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 | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 3 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 pounds) | 125g (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 54 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" 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 model | NB-6L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $300 | $130 |