Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm JZ200

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon SX40 HS versus Fujifilm JZ200, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm JZ200 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was manufactured 3 months prior to the Fujifilm JZ200 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm JZ200 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SX40 HS grades vs the Fujifilm JZ200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Fujifilm FinePix JZ200. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Fujifilm JZ200 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX40 HS enjoys external measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Fujifilm JZ200 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX40 HS versus Fujifilm JZ200 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SX40 HS versus the Fujifilm JZ200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and Fujifilm JZ200 is 64 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX40 HS and Fujifilm JZ200.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Fujifilm JZ200 to offer greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively.