Canon SD4000 IS vs Sony HX10V

Here, we are analyzing the Canon SD4000 IS vs Sony HX10V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and HX10V (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD4000 IS was introduced 19 months prior to the HX10V making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SD4000 IS matches up against the HX10V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are available at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SD4000 IS provides physical measurements 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 Sony HX10V has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Look at the Canon SD4000 IS vs Sony HX10V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD4000 IS vs the HX10V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD4000 IS and HX10V is 94 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The photograph here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD4000 IS and HX10V.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony HX10V to deliver more detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older SD4000 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.