Canon SX40 HS vs Panasonic ZS30

Below, we are matching up the Canon SX40 HS vs Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The SX40 HS was introduced 16 months prior to the ZS30 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS30 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX40 HS grades against the ZS30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX40 HS has outer measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS30 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX40 HS vs Panasonic ZS30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SX40 HS against the ZS30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX40 HS and ZS30 is 64 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX40 HS and ZS30.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to give you more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The older SX40 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.