Canon SD4000 IS vs Fujifilm X30

Here is a detailed comparison of the Canon SD4000 IS vs Fujifilm X30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the SD4000 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The SD4000 IS was manufactured 5 years before the Fujifilm X30 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SD4000 IS scores versus the Fujifilm X30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS & Fujifilm X30. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery & Fujifilm X30 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD4000 IS enjoys physical measurements of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Fujifilm X30 has dimensions of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SD4000 IS vs the Fujifilm X30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD4000 IS and Fujifilm X30 is 94 and 80 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SD4000 IS and Fujifilm X30.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SD4000 IS because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Fujifilm X30 will give you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older SD4000 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.