At A Glance

The slim, stylish PowerShot SD940 IS is an upgrade over the sexy PowerShot SD780 IS, offering a wider-angle lens and a handful of enhancements for $50 more.

Manufacturer’s Description

Your camera says a lot about you - and according to Canon's new PowerShot SD940 IS, you're into hot design and cool technology. Emerging from your jeans pocket or purse like a sleek little jewel, the PowerShot SD940 IS makes a statement before you even take a picture. And the new menu ensures easy access to all its advanced Canon technology, where 12.1 Megapixels, improved Smart AUTO Mode and 720p HD movies are just the beginning.

The Specs

Display
Display size 2.7 inches
Touchscreen 0
Battery
Battery Type Lithium Ion Battery
Ports and Connections
Available Interfaces
  • HDMI
  • USB
Power
Battery Type Lithium Ion Battery
Dimensions
Width 3.52 inches
Depth 0.79 inches
Height 2.16 inches
Weight 0.264375 pounds
Storage Media
SD card SD Memory Card
Supported Image Formats
JPG Yes

Performance

Performance (New)
Exposure Superior
Color Very Good
Sharpness Good
Distortion Superior
Performance
Image Quality, Exposure 66.7
Battery Life (minutes) 158
Number of Shots 290
Image Quality, Exposure--Flash 58.9
Image Quality, Sharpness 44.4
Image Quality, Color 66.1
Image Quality, Overall 61
Image Quality, Exposure--Normal 70
Number of Batteries 1
Image Quality, Distortion 66.2