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Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD

Portability
64
Imaging
35
Features
50
Overall
41
Canon PowerShot SX40 HS front
 
Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD front
Portability
75
Imaging
33
Features
22
Overall
28

Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Key Specs

Canon SX40 HS
(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
Fujifilm S2000HD
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX40 HS over the Fujifilm S2000HD

 SX40 HS Fujifilm S2000HD 
IntroducedSeptember 2011January 2009More modern by 33 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S2000HD over the Canon SX40 HS

 Fujifilm S2000HD SX40 HS 

Common features in the Canon SX40 HS and Fujifilm S2000HD

 SX40 HS Fujifilm S2000HD 
Manual focus Dial accurate focus
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kEqual 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX40 HS as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm S2000HD as a Portrait photography camera
41
has manual focus
flash sync is higher than normal (1/2,000 seconds)
comes with face detect focus
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
27
manual focus
external flash not possible
low resolution (10MP)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon SX40 HS Street photography info
Fujifilm S2000HD Street photography info
49
fully articulated screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
more heavy than others in class (600 grams)
38
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon SX40 HS
Sports photography with Fujifilm S2000HD
42
incredible zoom range (24-840mm 35.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
better than average battery power (380 shots)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
23
long zoom range (28-414mm 14.8 x zoom)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000 seconds)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon SX40 HS
Travel photography with Fujifilm S2000HD
54
better than average battery power (380 CIPA)
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
relatively wide (24mm)
great reach (840mm)
lack of Timelapse function
more heavy than others in class (600g)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
53
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
great reach (414mm)
missing Timelapse function
low resolution (10MP)
does not feature selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX40 HS Landscape photography features
Fujifilm S2000HD Landscape photography features
38
has manual focus
relatively wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
better than average battery power (380 shots)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
tiny screen (2.7")
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
30
manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX40 HS Vlogging features
Fujifilm S2000HD Vlogging features
57
relatively wide (24mm)
display is selfie friendly
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f2.7)
lack of microphone port
more heavy than others in class (600 grams)
21
relatively wide (28mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not feature selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone jack
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Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S2000HD Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX40 HS and Fujifilm S2000HD
 Canon PowerShot SX40 HSFujifilm FinePix S2000HD
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
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