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Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Z800EXR

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
21
Overall
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Canon PowerShot SD940 IS front
 
FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR front
Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
19
Overall
29

Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Z800EXR Key Specs

Canon SD940 IS
(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
  • Released August 2009
  • Also Known as Digital IXUS 120 IS
FujiFilm Z800EXR
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-175mm (F3.9-4.7) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 59 x 20mm
  • Introduced July 2010
  • Alternate Name is FinePix Z808EXR
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Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Z800EXR Overview

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon SD940 IS and FujiFilm Z800EXR, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SD940 IS (12MP) and the Z800EXR (12MP) is pretty close but the SD940 IS (1/2.3") and Z800EXR (1/2") provide totally different sensor size.

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The SD940 IS was released 11 months prior to the Z800EXR and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SD940 IS scores against the Z800EXR with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD940 IS over the FujiFilm Z800EXR

 SD940 IS Z800EXR 

Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z800EXR over the Canon SD940 IS

 Z800EXR SD940 IS 
IntroducedJuly 2010August 2009More modern by 11 months
Screen dimensions3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution460k230kClearer screen (+230k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Canon SD940 IS and FujiFilm Z800EXR

 SD940 IS Z800EXR 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Z800EXR Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD940 IS offers 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) whilst the FujiFilm Z800EXR has dimensions of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Canon SD940 IS and FujiFilm Z800EXR in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the SD940 IS versus the Z800EXR.

Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Z800EXR size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SD940 IS and Z800EXR is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Z800EXR top view buttons comparison

Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Z800EXR Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The picture here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD940 IS and Z800EXR.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The SD940 IS features the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field more challenging. The more aged SD940 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Z800EXR sensor size comparison

Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Z800EXR Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Z800EXR Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SD940 IS Portrait photography information
FujiFilm Z800EXR Portrait photography information
21
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
21
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon SD940 IS Street photography details
FujiFilm Z800EXR Street photography details
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
55
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2")
no RAW support
heavier than average (158 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Canon SD940 IS Sports photography info
FujiFilm Z800EXR Sports photography info
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
25
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000s)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SD940 IS as a Travel photography camera
FujiFilm Z800EXR as a Travel photography camera
58
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
50
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than average (158 grams)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SD940 IS Landscape photography features
FujiFilm Z800EXR Landscape photography features
32
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Timelapse recording
32
bigger than average screen (3.5 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2")
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SD940 IS as a Vlogging camera
FujiFilm Z800EXR as a Vlogging camera
29
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
does not have a selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone socket
27
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic jack
heavier than average (158g)
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Canon SD940 IS vs FujiFilm Z800EXR Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD940 IS and FujiFilm Z800EXR
 Canon PowerShot SD940 ISFujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR
General Information
Brand Name Canon FujiFilm
Model type Canon PowerShot SD940 IS FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR
Also referred to as Digital IXUS 120 IS FinePix Z808EXR
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2009-08-19 2010-07-21
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip Digic 4 EXR
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.4 x 4.8mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 30.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max boosted ISO - 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-112mm (4.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/3.9-4.7
Macro focusing distance 3cm 9cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.6
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 3.5 inches
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15s 4s
Highest shutter speed 1/1500s 1/1000s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.00 m 3.90 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported 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 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 120 gr (0.26 lbs) 158 gr (0.35 lbs)
Physical dimensions 89 x 55 x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") 98 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group, Auto-shutter)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Price at launch $299 $200