Canon SX40 HS vs Olympus 1s

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon SX40 HS versus Olympus 1s, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the 1s (12MP) is pretty well matched but the SX40 HS (1/2.3") and 1s (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor size.

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The SX40 HS was released 4 years prior to the 1s and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX40 HS grades vs the 1s in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Olympus Stylus 1s. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Olympus 1s Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX40 HS has physical measurements 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 Olympus 1s has proportions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX40 HS versus Olympus 1s in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the SX40 HS and the 1s.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and 1s is 64 and 79 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX40 HS and 1s.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The SX40 HS offers the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher. The older SX40 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.