Canon SD4000 IS vs Sony WX150
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Canon SD4000 IS vs Sony WX150 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
- Alternate Name is IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched February 2012

Canon SD4000 IS vs Sony WX150 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon SD4000 IS versus Sony WX150, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and WX150 (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SD4000 IS was introduced 19 months prior to the WX150 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SD4000 IS grades vs the WX150 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SD4000 IS vs Sony WX150 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD4000 IS over the Sony WX150
SD4000 IS | WX150 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX150 over the Canon SD4000 IS
WX150 | SD4000 IS | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | August 2010 | Newer by 19 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD4000 IS and Sony WX150
SD4000 IS | WX150 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Canon SD4000 IS vs Sony WX150 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon SD4000 IS provides physical 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 Sony WX150 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD4000 IS versus Sony WX150 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SD4000 IS compared to the WX150.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SD4000 IS and WX150 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Canon SD4000 IS vs Sony WX150 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SD4000 IS and WX150.
As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony WX150 to offer you extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged SD4000 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

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Canon SD4000 IS vs Sony WX150 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2010-08-02 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | BIONZ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 10MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-105mm (3.8x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-5.3 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 lbs) | 133 gr (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 54 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" 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 life | - | 240 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $300 | $300 |