Canon 550D vs Canon SX540 HS

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon 550D versus Canon SX540 HS, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Canon. The resolution of the 550D (18MP) and the SX540 HS (20MP) is relatively similar but the 550D (APS-C) and SX540 HS (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The 550D was manufactured 6 years earlier than the SX540 HS which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon 550D being a Compact SLR camera and the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the 550D grades vs the SX540 HS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 550D and Canon PowerShot SX540 HS. The entire galleries are available at Canon 550D Gallery and Canon SX540 HS Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 550D enjoys outside measurements of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") along with a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) while the Canon SX540 HS has measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Examine the Canon 550D versus Canon SX540 HS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the 550D versus the SX540 HS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 550D and SX540 HS is 70 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 550D and SX540 HS.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 550D featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon SX540 HS will offer extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged 550D is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.