Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000
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![Canon PowerShot SX40 HS front Canon PowerShot SX40 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX40-HS/Canon-SX40-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 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
- Announced September 2011
- Superseded the Canon SX30 IS
- Successor is Canon SX50 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 659g - 123 x 89 x 123mm
- Launched January 2013
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Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 Overview
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.
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Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Canon SX40 HS over the Fujifilm SL1000
SX40 HS | Fujifilm SL1000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm SL1000 over the Canon SX40 HS
Fujifilm SL1000 | SX40 HS | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | September 2011 | Fresher by 16 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX40 HS and Fujifilm SL1000
SX40 HS | Fujifilm SL1000 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 size comparison Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX40-HS-vs-Fujifilm-FinePix-SL1000-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX40 HS and Fujifilm SL1000 is 64 and 61 respectively.
![Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 top view buttons comparison Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX40-HS-vs-Fujifilm-FinePix-SL1000-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 sensor size comparison Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX40-HS-vs-Fujifilm-FinePix-SL1000-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX40-HS-vs-Fujifilm-FinePix-SL1000-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon SX40 HS vs Fujifilm SL1000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX40 HS | Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS | Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-09-15 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 0cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | PureColor II VA TFT LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 920 thousand dot |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1700 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 600g (1.32 lbs) | 659g (1.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 92 x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") | 123 x 89 x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 pictures | 350 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-10L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $330 | $600 |