Canon SX40 HS vs Nikon B500

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SX40 HS vs Nikon B500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and B500 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was unveiled 5 years earlier than the B500 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SX40 HS matches up versus the B500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Nikon Coolpix B500. The full galleries are available at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Nikon B500 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX40 HS has exterior measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Nikon B500 has specifications of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX40 HS vs Nikon B500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the SX40 HS versus the B500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and B500 is 64 and 68 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The photograph here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX40 HS and B500.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon B500 to give you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older SX40 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.