Canon SD940 IS vs Sony A6100
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Canon SD940 IS vs Sony A6100 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Increase to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 396g - 120 x 67 x 59mm
- Released August 2019
Canon SD940 IS vs Sony A6100 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Canon SD940 IS and Sony A6100, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the SD940 IS (12MP) and A6100 (24MP) and the SD940 IS (1/2.3") and A6100 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The SD940 IS was announced 11 years before the A6100 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SD940 IS being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the SD940 IS grades against the A6100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SD940 IS vs Sony A6100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD940 IS & Sony Alpha a6100. The whole galleries are available at Canon SD940 IS Gallery & Sony A6100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD940 IS over the Sony A6100
SD940 IS | A6100 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6100 over the Canon SD940 IS
A6100 | SD940 IS | |||
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Released | August 2019 | August 2009 | Fresher by 122 months | |
Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD940 IS and Sony A6100
SD940 IS | A6100 |
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Canon SD940 IS vs Sony A6100 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SD940 IS comes with outside measurements 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 Sony A6100 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).
Look at the Canon SD940 IS and Sony A6100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SD940 IS versus the A6100.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SD940 IS and A6100 is 96 and 81 respectively.
Canon SD940 IS vs Sony A6100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SD940 IS and A6100.
Plainly, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SD940 IS having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A6100 will deliver greater detail with its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older SD940 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Canon SD940 IS vs Sony A6100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SD940 IS vs Sony A6100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Sony Alpha a6100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD940 IS | Sony Alpha a6100 |
Also Known as | Digital IXUS 120 IS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2009-08-19 | 2019-08-28 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 32000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Flash off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless, hi-speed |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120 grams (0.26 pounds) | 396 grams (0.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 89 x 55 x 20mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 120 x 67 x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
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 | - | 420 photos |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-4L | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $299 | $748 |