Canon SX240 HS vs Panasonic ZS40

Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon SX240 HS and Panasonic ZS40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was unveiled 23 months earlier than the ZS40 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX240 HS matches up versus the ZS40 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX240 HS features physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS40 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX240 HS and Panasonic ZS40 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX240 HS versus the ZS40.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX240 HS and ZS40 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX240 HS and ZS40.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS40 to produce more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX240 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.