Canon SX40 HS vs Casio EX-Z90

In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon SX40 HS and Casio EX-Z90, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Casio. The resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z90 (12MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was released 2 years later than the EX-Z90 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-Z90 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX40 HS grades versus the EX-Z90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Casio Exilim EX-Z90. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Casio EX-Z90 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX40 HS has got outer measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z90 has sizing of 90mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.5" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX40 HS and the EX-Z90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and EX-Z90 is 64 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The photograph below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX40 HS and EX-Z90.

All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you may want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX40 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.