Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Canon SX40 HS and Fujifilm SL1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was revealed 16 months before the Fujifilm SL1000 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX40 HS matches up vs the Fujifilm SL1000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Fujifilm FinePix SL1000. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX40 HS enjoys outer 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 SL1000 has measurements of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") and a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX40 HS and Fujifilm SL1000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX40 HS compared to the Fujifilm SL1000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX40 HS and Fujifilm SL1000 is 64 and 61 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The visual below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX40 HS and Fujifilm SL1000.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm SL1000 to render greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The older SX40 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.