Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon S120 and Canon A4000 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon S120 has external dimensions of 100 x 59 x 29 mm (3.94 x 2.32 x 1.14″) and weighs 217 g (0.48 lb / 7.65 oz) (including batteries). Canon A4000 IS has external dimensions of 95 x 56 x 24 mm (3.74 x 2.2 x 0.94″) and weighs 145 g (0.32 lb / 5.11 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon S120 and the Canon A4000 IS. Canon A4000 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 5mm narrower, 3mm shorter and 5mm thinner than Canon S120.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon S120 and Canon A4000 IS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon S120 and Canon A4000 IS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon A4000 IS is significantly lighter (72g ) than the Canon S120 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot S120 nor Canon PowerShot A4000 IS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon S120 and Canon A4000 IS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.