Canon SX40 HS vs Sigma Quattro

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon SX40 HS vs Sigma Quattro, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Sigma. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and Quattro (29MP) and the SX40 HS (1/2.3") and Quattro (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.

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The SX40 HS was unveiled 5 years prior to the Quattro which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX40 HS matches up vs the Quattro in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Sigma sd Quattro. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Sigma Quattro Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX40 HS provides exterior 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) and the Sigma Quattro has sizing of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX40 HS vs Sigma Quattro in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the SX40 HS compared to the Quattro.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and Quattro is 64 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking specifications. The image underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX40 HS and Quattro.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX40 HS with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sigma Quattro will resolve more detail having an extra 17MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged SX40 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.