Canon SX40 HS vs Nikon Z7

Here is a in-depth overview of the Canon SX40 HS versus Nikon Z7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and Z7 (46MP) and the SX40 HS (1/2.3") and Z7 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor size.

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The SX40 HS was announced 8 years prior to the Z7 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SX40 HS grades versus the Z7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Nikon Z7. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Nikon Z7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX40 HS features external dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z7 has dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX40 HS versus Nikon Z7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SX40 HS against the Z7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and Z7 is 64 and 62 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The visual below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX40 HS and Z7.

All in all, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX40 HS with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Nikon Z7 will give you greater detail with its extra 34 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older SX40 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.