Canon SX40 HS vs Panasonic FZ40

Below is a extensive analysis of the Canon SX40 HS versus Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was manufactured 15 months later than the FZ40 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX40 HS grades against the FZ40 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX40 HS comes with 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) and the Panasonic FZ40 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX40 HS versus Panasonic FZ40 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX40 HS compared to the FZ40.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX40 HS and FZ40 is 64 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX40 HS and FZ40.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FZ40 to deliver extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern SX40 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.