Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung PL210

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Canon SX40 HS versus Samsung PL210, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was released 9 months after the PL210 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX40 HS matches up vs the PL210 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Samsung PL210. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Samsung PL210 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX40 HS has exterior dimensions 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 Samsung PL210 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX40 HS versus Samsung PL210 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SX40 HS versus the PL210.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and PL210 is 64 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The picture here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX40 HS and PL210.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung PL210 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher SX40 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.