Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ40

On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was announced at a similar time to the FZ40 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX210 IS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX210 IS scores vs the FZ40 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX210 IS has external dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ40 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX210 IS vs Panasonic FZ40 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX210 IS vs the FZ40.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX210 IS and FZ40 is 90 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The pic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX210 IS and FZ40.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of files but you should always take the production date of the products into consideration.