Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung WB35F

Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung WB35F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and WB35F (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was manufactured 3 years before the WB35F which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX40 HS scores against the WB35F for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Samsung WB35F. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Samsung WB35F Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX40 HS enjoys exterior measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Samsung WB35F has sizing of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Canon SX40 HS vs Samsung WB35F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX40 HS against the WB35F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and WB35F is 64 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX40 HS and WB35F.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Samsung WB35F to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged SX40 HS will be behind in sensor tech.