Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z400
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Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 120g - 89 x 55 x 20mm
- Launched August 2009
- Additionally referred to as Digital IXUS 120 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-7.0) lens
- 130g - 95 x 60 x 23mm
- Launched January 2009

Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z400 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z400, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the SD940 IS (12MP) and the EX-Z400 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SD940 IS was brought out 8 months after the EX-Z400 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SD940 IS grades vs the EX-Z400 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z400 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD940 IS & Casio Exilim EX-Z400. The entire galleries are available at Canon SD940 IS Gallery & Casio EX-Z400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD940 IS over the Casio EX-Z400
SD940 IS | EX-Z400 | |||
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Launched | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z400 over the Canon SD940 IS
EX-Z400 | SD940 IS | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon SD940 IS and Casio EX-Z400
SD940 IS | EX-Z400 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z400 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SD940 IS provides physical measurements of 89mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Casio EX-Z400 has proportions of 95mm x 60mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z400 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD940 IS vs the EX-Z400.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SD940 IS and EX-Z400 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z400 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SD940 IS and EX-Z400.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures however you will want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The fresher SD940 IS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z400 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Casio Exilim EX-Z400 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Casio Exilim EX-Z400 |
Also called as | Digital IXUS 120 IS | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2009-08-19 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
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 | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.6-7.0 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 1/2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 120 grams (0.26 lbs) | 130 grams (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 89 x 55 x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 60 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-4L | NP-40 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $299 | $0 |