Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P300

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SD4000 IS and Nikon P300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and the P300 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD4000 IS was launched 10 months earlier than the P300 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SD4000 IS matches up versus the P300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS and Nikon Coolpix P300. The complete galleries are available at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery and Nikon P300 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD4000 IS has got exterior 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 Nikon P300 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).

Look at the Canon SD4000 IS and Nikon P300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SD4000 IS compared to the P300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SD4000 IS and P300 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD4000 IS and P300.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon P300 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged SD4000 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.