Canon SX40 HS vs Panasonic FZ1000 II

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon SX40 HS and Panasonic FZ1000 II, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and FZ1000 II (20MP) and the SX40 HS (1/2.3") and FZ1000 II (1") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX40 HS was manufactured 8 years before the FZ1000 II which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX40 HS grades against the FZ1000 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX40 HS comes with physical measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ1000 II has sizing of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") with a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX40 HS and Panasonic FZ1000 II in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SX40 HS versus the FZ1000 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and FZ1000 II is 64 and 55 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The pic below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX40 HS and FZ1000 II.

All in all, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX40 HS because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will provide more detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged SX40 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.