Canon SX270 HS vs Panasonic FZ40

Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX270 HS versus Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX270 HS (12MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was revealed 2 years later than the FZ40 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX270 HS grades versus the FZ40 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX270 HS enjoys exterior measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ40 has dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX270 HS versus Panasonic FZ40 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SX270 HS and the FZ40.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and FZ40 is 91 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX270 HS and FZ40.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FZ40 to show more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern SX270 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.