Canon SX40 HS vs Panasonic FZ300

Here is a thorough comparison of the Canon SX40 HS vs Panasonic FZ300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was released 4 years earlier than the FZ300 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX40 HS grades against the FZ300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX40 HS comes with outer measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ300 has proportions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") and a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX40 HS vs Panasonic FZ300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX40 HS versus the FZ300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and FZ300 is 64 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The visual here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX40 HS and FZ300.

Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files though you really should take the release date of the products into consideration. The older SX40 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.