Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S8200

In this article, we are looking at the Canon SX40 HS versus Fujifilm S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was manufactured 16 months earlier than the Fujifilm S8200 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX40 HS scores vs the Fujifilm S8200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S8200. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S8200 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX40 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S8200 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX40 HS versus Fujifilm S8200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX40 HS vs the Fujifilm S8200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX40 HS and Fujifilm S8200 is 64 and 61 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX40 HS and Fujifilm S8200.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S8200 to provide more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively. The older SX40 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.