Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm F750EXR

The following is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX40 HS versus Fujifilm F750EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm F750EXR (16MP) and the SX40 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F750EXR (1/2") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SX40 HS was introduced 3 months prior to the Fujifilm F750EXR so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm F750EXR being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX40 HS grades versus the Fujifilm F750EXR in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Fujifilm FinePix F750EXR. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Fujifilm F750EXR Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX40 HS features 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 Fujifilm F750EXR has dimensions of 105mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX40 HS versus the Fujifilm F750EXR.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and Fujifilm F750EXR is 64 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX40 HS and Fujifilm F750EXR.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX40 HS with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Fujifilm F750EXR will result in more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively.