Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7000
94 Imaging
33 Features
30 Overall
31
![Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS front Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-SD4000-IS.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix P7000 front Nikon Coolpix P7000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-P7000/Nikon-P7000-front.jpg)
85 Imaging
34 Features
51 Overall
40
Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7000 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
- Introduced August 2010
- Other Name is IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-200mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 310g - 114 x 77 x 45mm
- Launched November 2010
- New Model is Nikon P7100
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/snapchat-218x150.jpg)
Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7000 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Canon SD4000 IS and Nikon P7000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and the P7000 (10MP) is very comparable but the SD4000 IS (1/2.3") and P7000 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor size.
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/tiktok-218x150.jpg)
The SD4000 IS was announced 3 months prior to the P7000 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the SD4000 IS scores against the P7000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ai-licence-218x150.jpg)
Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS & Nikon Coolpix P7000. The whole galleries are available at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery & Nikon P7000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD4000 IS over the Nikon P7000
SD4000 IS | P7000 |
---|
Reasons to pick Nikon P7000 over the Canon SD4000 IS
P7000 | SD4000 IS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD4000 IS and Nikon P7000
SD4000 IS | P7000 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | August 2010 | ![]() | November 2010 | Same age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7000 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD4000 IS features external measurements of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon P7000 has dimensions of 114mm x 77mm x 45mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 1.8") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SD4000 IS and Nikon P7000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD4000 IS against the P7000.
![Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7000 size comparison Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7000 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD4000-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P7000-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD4000 IS and P7000 is 94 and 85 respectively.
![Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7000 top view buttons comparison Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7000 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD4000-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P7000-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7000 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD4000 IS and P7000.
As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The SD4000 IS offers the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field more challenging.
![Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7000 sensor size comparison Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7000 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD4000-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P7000-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7000 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD4000-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P7000-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/LP3_cut_13f_0212-218x150.jpg)
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/iphone-optical-stabilization-218x150.jpg)
Street Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/No-Surprise-Pentax-17-Pre-Orders-218x150.jpg)
Sports Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/samsung-evo-microsd-cards-featur-218x150.jpg)
Travel Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/maxresdefault-218x150.jpg)
Landscape Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Approach-to-AI-Generated-Content-218x150.jpg)
Vlogging Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/photography-glossary-218x150.jpg)
Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Nikon Coolpix P7000 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Nikon Coolpix P7000 |
Otherwise known as | IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-08-02 | 2010-11-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-105mm (3.8x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-5.3 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor with anti- reflection coating and 5-level brightness adjustment |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (tunnel) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 80% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 6.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto with red-eye reduction, Fill flash, Manual, Slow sync, Rear curtain flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD Lite, H.264 |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) | 310 grams (0.68 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 54 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 114 x 77 x 45mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 39 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 147 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 second delay) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $300 | $354 |