Canon SX40 HS vs Panasonic FZ150

Following is a extensive review of the Canon SX40 HS vs Panasonic FZ150, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the FZ150 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was brought out 6 months before the FZ150 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX40 HS matches up vs the FZ150 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ150 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX40 HS has outside dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ150 has specifications of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SX40 HS versus the FZ150.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX40 HS and FZ150 is 64 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX40 HS and FZ150.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration.