Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon S630

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon S630, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and the S630 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SD4000 IS was brought out 19 months later than the S630 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the SD4000 IS matches up versus the S630 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS and Nikon Coolpix S630. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery and Nikon S630 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SD4000 IS provides external dimensions of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon S630 has proportions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Canon SD4000 IS vs Nikon S630 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the SD4000 IS compared to the S630.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SD4000 IS and S630 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through specifications. The visual here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SD4000 IS and S630.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S630 to result in more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The younger SD4000 IS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.