Canon SX40 HS vs Panasonic ZS10

Let's look a little more closely at the Canon SX40 HS vs Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was manufactured 8 months later than the ZS10 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX40 HS matches up against the ZS10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX40 HS provides outside 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS10 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX40 HS vs the ZS10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and ZS10 is 64 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX40 HS and ZS10.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS10 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger SX40 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.