Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax S1
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Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-105mm (F2.0-5.3) lens
- 175g - 100 x 54 x 23mm
- Launched August 2010
- Also referred to as IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced March 2011
Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax S1 Overview
Following is a detailed assessment of the Canon SD4000 IS versus Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and S1 (14MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SD4000 IS was unveiled 7 months before the S1 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SD4000 IS grades vs the S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax S1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS & Pentax Optio S1. The full galleries are available at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery & Pentax S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD4000 IS over the Pentax S1
SD4000 IS | S1 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Canon SD4000 IS
S1 | SD4000 IS | |||
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Announced | March 2011 | August 2010 | More modern by 7 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focus |
Common features in the Canon SD4000 IS and Pentax S1
SD4000 IS | S1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD4000 IS has outside dimensions of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax S1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD4000 IS versus Pentax S1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SD4000 IS versus the S1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SD4000 IS and S1 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD4000 IS and S1.
As you can see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Pentax S1 to show greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SD4000 IS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax S1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax S1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Pentax Optio S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Pentax Optio S1 |
Also called as | IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-08-02 | 2011-03-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-105mm (3.8x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-5.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175g (0.39 lbs) | 157g (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 54 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $300 | $174 |