Canon SX40 HS vs Panasonic FZ70

On this page, we are matching up the Canon SX40 HS vs Panasonic FZ70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and FZ70 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

The SX40 HS was revealed 22 months earlier than the FZ70 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX40 HS matches up against the FZ70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The full galleries are available at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX40 HS provides outside measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX40 HS vs Panasonic FZ70 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SX40 HS compared to the FZ70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX40 HS and FZ70 is 64 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX40 HS and FZ70.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic FZ70 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The older SX40 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.