Canon SX40 HS vs Casio EX-G1

Below is a extended overview of the Canon SX40 HS vs Casio EX-G1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the EX-G1 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was released 23 months later than the EX-G1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-G1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX40 HS scores against the EX-G1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Casio Exilim EX-G1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Casio EX-G1 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX40 HS comes with physical measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Casio EX-G1 has proportions of 104mm x 64mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX40 HS vs Casio EX-G1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX40 HS versus the EX-G1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and EX-G1 is 64 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The visual here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX40 HS and EX-G1.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images though you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX40 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.