Canon SX260 HS vs Canon SX40 HS

Let's look much closer at the Canon SX260 HS versus Canon SX40 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both offered by Canon. The resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the SX40 HS (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was released 9 months after the SX40 HS which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX260 HS scores versus the SX40 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Canon PowerShot SX40 HS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Canon SX40 HS Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS features outside dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Canon SX40 HS has specifications of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX260 HS versus Canon SX40 HS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX260 HS compared to the SX40 HS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and SX40 HS is 91 and 64 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The pic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and SX40 HS.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you really should take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX260 HS provides an advantage in sensor technology.