Canon SX40 HS vs Sony a5100

Here is a extensive review of the Canon SX40 HS versus Sony a5100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and a5100 (24MP) and the SX40 HS (1/2.3") and a5100 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The SX40 HS was announced 3 years before the a5100 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX40 HS matches up versus the a5100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Sony Alpha a5100. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX40 HS provides physical 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) while the Sony a5100 has specifications of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX40 HS versus Sony a5100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX40 HS vs the a5100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and a5100 is 64 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The photograph here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX40 HS and a5100.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SX40 HS using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony a5100 will resolve extra detail with its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The older SX40 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.