Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung ST65

Following is a complete assessment of the Canon SX40 HS versus Samsung ST65, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was revealed 8 months after the ST65 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the SX40 HS matches up vs the ST65 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Samsung ST65. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX40 HS has got outside dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Samsung ST65 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the SX40 HS compared to the ST65.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and ST65 is 64 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The image here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX40 HS and ST65.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung ST65 to provide extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern SX40 HS should have an edge in sensor innovation.