Canon SD780 IS vs Nikon S4000

Following is a in depth review of the Canon SD780 IS vs Nikon S4000, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SD780 IS (12MP) and the S4000 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SD780 IS was announced 11 months before the S4000 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SD780 IS grades vs the S4000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD780 IS and Nikon Coolpix S4000. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD780 IS Gallery and Nikon S4000 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SD780 IS provides physical dimensions of 87mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Nikon S4000 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Canon SD780 IS vs Nikon S4000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SD780 IS and the S4000.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SD780 IS and S4000 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SD780 IS and S4000.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of images but you need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SD780 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.