Canon SX40 HS vs Nikon S810c

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon SX40 HS versus Nikon S810c, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and S810c (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was launched 3 years earlier than the S810c which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S810c being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX40 HS scores vs the S810c with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Nikon Coolpix S810c. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Nikon S810c Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX40 HS comes with exterior measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Nikon S810c has proportions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX40 HS versus Nikon S810c 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 have at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SX40 HS vs the S810c.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX40 HS and S810c is 64 and 91 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The pic below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX40 HS and S810c.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon S810c to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged SX40 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.