Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD
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Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-840mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 600g - 123 x 92 x 108mm
- Launched September 2011
- Earlier Model is Canon SX30 IS
- Successor is Canon SX50 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-414mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 426g - 111 x 79 x 76mm
- Introduced January 2009

Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon SX40 HS and Fujifilm S2000HD, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the Fujifilm S2000HD (10MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX40 HS was introduced 2 years after the Fujifilm S2000HD which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX40 HS scores against the Fujifilm S2000HD with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Fujifilm S2000HD Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX40 HS over the Fujifilm S2000HD
SX40 HS | Fujifilm S2000HD | |||
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Introduced | September 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 33 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S2000HD over the Canon SX40 HS
Fujifilm S2000HD | SX40 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX40 HS and Fujifilm S2000HD
SX40 HS | Fujifilm S2000HD | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX40 HS provides physical dimensions 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 S2000HD has measurements of 111mm x 79mm x 76mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.0") along with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
See the Canon SX40 HS and Fujifilm S2000HD in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SX40 HS and the Fujifilm S2000HD.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and Fujifilm S2000HD is 64 and 75 respectively.

Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX40 HS and Fujifilm S2000HD.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SX40 HS to offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher SX40 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX40 HS | Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS | Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-09-15 | 2009-01-15 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 28-414mm (14.8x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.5-5.4 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | PureColor II VA TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 8.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 600 gr (1.32 lbs) | 426 gr (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 92 x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") | 111 x 79 x 76mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-10L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $330 | $280 |