Canon SX40 HS vs Olympus SZ-10
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Canon SX40 HS vs Olympus SZ-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-840mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 600g - 123 x 92 x 108mm
- Introduced September 2011
- Succeeded the Canon SX30 IS
- New Model is Canon SX50 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Introduced February 2011
Canon SX40 HS vs Olympus SZ-10 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Canon SX40 HS versus Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe SX40 HS was announced 8 months after the SZ-10 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera.
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX40 HS matches up against the SZ-10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SX40 HS vs Olympus SZ-10 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Olympus SZ-10. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX40 HS over the Olympus SZ-10
SX40 HS | SZ-10 | |||
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Introduced | September 2011 | February 2011 | More modern by 8 months | |
Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Canon SX40 HS
SZ-10 | SX40 HS | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX40 HS and Olympus SZ-10
SX40 HS | SZ-10 | |||
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Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Canon SX40 HS vs Olympus SZ-10 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX40 HS provides external 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 Olympus SZ-10 has specifications of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX40 HS versus Olympus SZ-10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SX40 HS versus the SZ-10.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and SZ-10 is 64 and 90 respectively.
Canon SX40 HS vs Olympus SZ-10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX40 HS and SZ-10.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-10 to give you greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern SX40 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon SX40 HS vs Olympus SZ-10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX40 HS | Olympus SZ-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS | Olympus SZ-10 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-09-15 | 2011-02-08 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.1-4.4 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | PureColor II VA TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 7.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 600 gr (1.32 pounds) | 215 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 92 x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | 220 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-10L | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $330 | $300 |