At A Glance

The PowerShot SD4000 IS is one of the most impressive compact cameras we've tested, offering image quality and lens capabilities we're used to seeing on professional cameras.

Manufacturer’s Description

Loaded with first-of-its-kind features and high-end capabilities, the Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS Digital ELPH gives ELPH lovers all new reasons to step up. Never before has Canon equipped an ELPH with a back-illuminated CMOS sensor-driven HS SYSTEM or an f/2.0 lens - both of which deliver incredible images in low light. And shooting action or sporting events has never been so fun, with High-Speed Burst mode and the Super Slow Motion Movie function to mix things up. You'll control shots like a pro with Aperture- and Shutter-priority modes, and play your 720p HD movies effortlessly on your HDTV. All this from a super-slim style icon - what more could you ask?

The Specs

Display
Display size 3.0 inches
Viewfinder None
Touchscreen 0
Battery
Battery Type Lithium Ion Battery
Ports and Connections
Available Interfaces
  • HDMI
  • USB
Power
Battery Type Lithium Ion Battery
Dimensions
Width 3.9 inches
Depth 2.1 inches
Height 0.9 inches
Weight 0.385625 pounds
Lens Features
Maximum Wide Angle (deprecated) 28.0 mm
Minimum aperture 8.0
Maximum aperture 2.0
Storage Media
SD card SD Memory Card
Supported Image Formats
JPG Yes

Performance

Performance (New)
Exposure Very Good
Color Very Good
Sharpness Good
Distortion Very Good
Video Quality Very Good
Video Sound Quality Very Good