Canon SX40 HS vs Panasonic FZ60

Below, we are matching up the Canon SX40 HS and Panasonic FZ60, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and FZ60 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was introduced 10 months earlier than the FZ60 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SX40 HS matches up vs the FZ60 with respect 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-FZ60. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ60 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX40 HS has got external dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ60 has measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX40 HS and Panasonic FZ60 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SX40 HS versus the FZ60.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX40 HS and FZ60 is 64 and 68 respectively.

Generally, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX40 HS and FZ60.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FZ60 to resolve extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older SX40 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.