Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S9200

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S9200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm S9200 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was launched 3 years prior to the Fujifilm S9200 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX40 HS scores against the Fujifilm S9200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Fujifilm FinePix S9200. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Fujifilm S9200 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX40 HS offers outside dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S9200 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm S9200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the SX40 HS compared to the Fujifilm S9200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX40 HS and Fujifilm S9200 is 64 and 61 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image here should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX40 HS and Fujifilm S9200.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S9200 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged SX40 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.