Canon SD940 IS vs Casio EX-ZS15

The following is a extensive analysis of the Canon SD940 IS versus Casio EX-ZS15, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Casio. The sensor resolution of the SD940 IS (12MP) and the EX-ZS15 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SD940 IS was introduced 23 months earlier than the EX-ZS15 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SD940 IS matches up vs the EX-ZS15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD940 IS and Casio Exilim EX-ZS15. The whole galleries are available at Canon SD940 IS Gallery and Casio EX-ZS15 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD940 IS has exterior dimensions of 89mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZS15 has dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Canon SD940 IS versus Casio EX-ZS15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SD940 IS compared to the EX-ZS15.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD940 IS and EX-ZS15 is 96 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SD940 IS and EX-ZS15.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Casio EX-ZS15 to offer you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SD940 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.