Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung WB250F

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX40 HS versus Samsung WB250F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was introduced 16 months prior to the WB250F which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the SX40 HS matches up vs the WB250F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Samsung WB250F. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX40 HS offers outside measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has sizing of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX40 HS versus Samsung WB250F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX40 HS vs the WB250F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX40 HS and WB250F is 64 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX40 HS and WB250F.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung WB250F to resolve more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older SX40 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.