Canon SX40 HS vs Pentax VS20

Here, we will be comparing the Canon SX40 HS vs Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and VS20 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was launched 4 months before the VS20 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX40 HS grades vs the VS20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Pentax Optio VS20. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX40 HS features outer dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax VS20 has specifications of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX40 HS against the VS20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX40 HS and VS20 is 64 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The photograph here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX40 HS and VS20.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Pentax VS20 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively.