Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z550
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Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z550 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
- Introduced August 2009
- Also Known as Digital IXUS 120 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010

Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z550 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon SD940 IS versus Casio EX-Z550, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and Casio. The image resolution of the SD940 IS (12MP) and the EX-Z550 (14MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SD940 IS was revealed 4 months before the EX-Z550 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SD940 IS grades vs the EX-Z550 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z550 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD940 IS and Casio Exilim EX-Z550. The full galleries are available at Canon SD940 IS Gallery and Casio EX-Z550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD940 IS over the Casio EX-Z550
SD940 IS | EX-Z550 |
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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Canon SD940 IS
EX-Z550 | SD940 IS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Canon SD940 IS and Casio EX-Z550
SD940 IS | EX-Z550 | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z550 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SD940 IS has outside dimensions of 89mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Casio EX-Z550 has measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Canon SD940 IS versus Casio EX-Z550 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SD940 IS versus the EX-Z550.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SD940 IS and EX-Z550 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z550 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD940 IS and EX-Z550.
Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Casio EX-Z550 to produce more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively.

Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z550 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-Z550 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 |
Also called as | Digital IXUS 120 IS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-08-19 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min 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 detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/2.6-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120g (0.26 pounds) | 143g (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 89 x 55 x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
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-4L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $299 | $149 |