Canon SD4000 IS vs Sony W290
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94 Imaging
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Canon SD4000 IS vs Sony W290 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
- Announced August 2010
- Additionally Known as IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 98 x 57 x 23mm
- Released February 2009
Canon SD4000 IS vs Sony W290 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Canon SD4000 IS versus Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and the W290 (12MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the SD4000 IS grades against the W290 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SD4000 IS vs Sony W290 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The complete galleries are available at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD4000 IS over the Sony W290
SD4000 IS | W290 | |||
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Released | August 2010 | February 2009 | Fresher by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W290 over the Canon SD4000 IS
W290 | SD4000 IS | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Canon SD4000 IS and Sony W290
SD4000 IS | W290 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Canon SD4000 IS vs Sony W290 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SD4000 IS offers physical dimensions 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 Sony W290 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD4000 IS versus Sony W290 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SD4000 IS and the W290.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD4000 IS and W290 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Canon SD4000 IS vs Sony W290 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The graphic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SD4000 IS and W290.
All in all, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony W290 to result in more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SD4000 IS should have an edge in sensor technology.
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Canon SD4000 IS vs Sony W290 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-08-02 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-105mm (3.8x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-5.3 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 gr (0.39 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 54 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 98 x 57 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $300 | $230 |