Canon SX40 HS vs Nikon S9500

Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX40 HS vs Nikon S9500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and S9500 (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was introduced 16 months prior to the S9500 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9500 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX40 HS scores versus the S9500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Nikon Coolpix S9500. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Nikon S9500 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX40 HS offers outer measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9500 has measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX40 HS vs Nikon S9500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX40 HS against the S9500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and S9500 is 64 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The image underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX40 HS and S9500.

To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Nikon S9500 to offer extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged SX40 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.