Canon SX40 HS vs Nikon P950

Lets examine more in depth at the Canon SX40 HS and Nikon P950, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and P950 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was announced 9 years prior to the P950 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX40 HS grades vs the P950 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Nikon Coolpix P950. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Nikon P950 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX40 HS offers exterior 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 Nikon P950 has proportions of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") having a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX40 HS and Nikon P950 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX40 HS and the P950.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX40 HS and P950 is 64 and 52 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX40 HS and P950.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon P950 to provide more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older SX40 HS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.