Canon 40D vs Fujifilm X-S1

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon 40D and Fujifilm X-S1, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the 40D (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the 40D (APS-C) and Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") have different sensor measurements.

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The 40D was announced 5 years prior to the Fujifilm X-S1 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon 40D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the 40D matches up against the Fujifilm X-S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 40D & Fujifilm X-S1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 40D Gallery & Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon 40D offers physical dimensions of 146mm x 108mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 822 grams (1.81 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-S1 has specifications of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") accompanied by a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the 40D versus the Fujifilm X-S1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 40D and Fujifilm X-S1 is 57 and 52 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 40D and Fujifilm X-S1.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 40D with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm X-S1 will give extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older 40D is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.