Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z16
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Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z16 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 120g - 89 x 55 x 20mm
- Introduced August 2009
- Alternative Name is Digital IXUS 120 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 848 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- n/ag - 101 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced September 2010
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In this article, we are evaluating the Canon SD940 IS and Casio EX-Z16, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the SD940 IS (12MP) and the EX-Z16 (12MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SD940 IS was revealed 13 months prior to the EX-Z16 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SD940 IS grades against the EX-Z16 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Canon SD940 IS over the Casio EX-Z16
| SD940 IS | EX-Z16 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 2.7" |  | " | Larger display (+2.7") |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 0k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z16 over the Canon SD940 IS
| EX-Z16 | SD940 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2010 |  | August 2009 | More recent by 13 months |
| Focus manually |  | More exact focus |
Common features in the Canon SD940 IS and Casio EX-Z16
| SD940 IS | EX-Z16 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lack of Touch display |
Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z16 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SD940 IS features exterior dimensions of 89mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z16 has measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Look at the Canon SD940 IS and Casio EX-Z16 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SD940 IS compared to the EX-Z16.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SD940 IS and EX-Z16 is 96 and 99 respectively.
Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z16 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The visual here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SD940 IS and EX-Z16.
To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photos although you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older SD940 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z16 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z16 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Canon | Casio |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Casio Exilim EX-Z16 |
| Otherwise known as | Digital IXUS 120 IS | - |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2009-08-19 | 2010-09-20 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Digic 4 | Exilim Engine 5.0 |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 36-107mm (3.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.2-5.7 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 7cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | - |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 848 x 480 |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 848x480 |
| Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 120 gr (0.26 lbs) | - |
| Dimensions | 89 x 55 x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 101 x 59 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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-4L | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | - |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $299 | $100 |
