Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon P7100

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon SD4000 IS versus Nikon P7100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and the P7100 (10MP) is relatively close but the SD4000 IS (1/2.3") and P7100 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The SD4000 IS was released 18 months before the P7100 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SD4000 IS matches up vs the P7100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS and Nikon Coolpix P7100. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery and Nikon P7100 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SD4000 IS has physical dimensions 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 P7100 has proportions of 116mm x 77mm x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).

Check the Canon SD4000 IS versus Nikon P7100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SD4000 IS versus the P7100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD4000 IS and P7100 is 94 and 82 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD4000 IS and P7100.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizes. The SD4000 IS uses the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging. The more aged SD4000 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.