Canon 500D vs Panasonic ZS40

Below is a extended comparison of the Canon 500D versus Panasonic ZS40, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 500D (15MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is very similar but the 500D (APS-C) and ZS40 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixels

The 500D was announced 5 years earlier than the ZS40 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon 500D being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the 500D scores against the ZS40 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 500D and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The whole galleries are available at Canon 500D Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 500D enjoys physical measurements of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS40 has measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 500D versus Panasonic ZS40 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the 500D versus the ZS40.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 500D and ZS40 is 70 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 500D and ZS40.

As you can tell, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 500D using its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic ZS40 will offer you greater detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older 500D is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.