Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P330

Below, we will be looking at the Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P330, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and the P330 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the SD4000 IS (1/2.3") and P330 (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The SD4000 IS was announced 3 years prior to the P330 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SD4000 IS matches up vs the P330 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS & Nikon Coolpix P330. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery & Nikon P330 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SD4000 IS has outer measurements of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon P330 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SD4000 IS versus the P330.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SD4000 IS and P330 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SD4000 IS and P330.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SD4000 IS having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Nikon P330 will give greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SD4000 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.