Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung ST600

In this article, we are comparing the Canon SX40 HS versus Samsung ST600, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was revealed 21 months later than the ST600 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST600 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX40 HS scores vs the ST600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Samsung ST600. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Samsung ST600 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX40 HS offers outer 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 Samsung ST600 has proportions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX40 HS versus Samsung ST600 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the SX40 HS versus the ST600.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX40 HS and ST600 is 64 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The visual here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX40 HS and ST600.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung ST600 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern SX40 HS is going to have an edge in sensor technology.