Canon SD940 IS vs Panasonic FP7
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Canon SD940 IS vs Panasonic FP7 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
- Additionally Known as Digital IXUS 120 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Released January 2011
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Lets look more closely at the Canon SD940 IS and Panasonic FP7, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the SD940 IS (12MP) and FP7 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SD940 IS was unveiled 16 months earlier than the FP7 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SD940 IS grades vs the FP7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photography Glossary Canon SD940 IS vs Panasonic FP7 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD940 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SD940 IS Gallery and Panasonic FP7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD940 IS over the Panasonic FP7
| SD940 IS | FP7 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Canon SD940 IS
| FP7 | SD940 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2011 |  | August 2009 | Fresher by 16 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD940 IS and Panasonic FP7
| SD940 IS | FP7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Canon SD940 IS vs Panasonic FP7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. 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) while the Panasonic FP7 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD940 IS and Panasonic FP7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SD940 IS versus the FP7.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SD940 IS and FP7 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Canon SD940 IS vs Panasonic FP7 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The photograph below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD940 IS and FP7.
Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic FP7 to produce more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older SD940 IS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon SD940 IS vs Panasonic FP7 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 |
| Also called as | Digital IXUS 120 IS | - |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2009-08-19 | 2011-01-05 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Digic 4 | Venus Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 3.5" |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 4.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.90 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 120 grams (0.26 lbs) | 147 grams (0.32 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 89 x 55 x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
| 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 life | - | 240 pictures |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NB-4L | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $299 | $227 |