Canon G7 X vs Canon SX40 HS

In this article, we are evaluating the Canon G7 X vs Canon SX40 HS, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Canon. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and SX40 HS (12MP) and the G7 X (1") and SX40 HS (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The G7 X was unveiled 3 years after the SX40 HS which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the G7 X matches up vs the SX40 HS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G7 X & Canon PowerShot SX40 HS. The full galleries are provided at Canon G7 X Gallery & Canon SX40 HS Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon G7 X features physical dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Canon SX40 HS has specifications of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the G7 X versus the SX40 HS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G7 X and SX40 HS is 88 and 64 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The image here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 X and SX40 HS.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G7 X with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon G7 X will show more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger G7 X will have an advantage in sensor tech.