Canon SX40 HS vs Casio EX-ZR1000

Here is a detailed analysis of the Canon SX40 HS and Casio EX-ZR1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Casio. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and EX-ZR1000 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was released 12 months prior to the EX-ZR1000 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Casio EX-ZR1000 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX40 HS scores vs the EX-ZR1000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Casio Exilim EX-ZR1000. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Casio EX-ZR1000 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX40 HS has physical dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Casio EX-ZR1000 has dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check the Canon SX40 HS and Casio EX-ZR1000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX40 HS and the EX-ZR1000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX40 HS and EX-ZR1000 is 64 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX40 HS and EX-ZR1000.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZR1000 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older SX40 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.