Canon SX40 HS vs Sony H400

Below is a complete analysis of the Canon SX40 HS and Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and H400 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was revealed 3 years prior to the H400 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX40 HS scores versus the H400 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Sony H400 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX40 HS features exterior measurements 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 Sony H400 has sizing of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") having a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX40 HS and Sony H400 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX40 HS and the H400.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and H400 is 64 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX40 HS and H400.

As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony H400 to give you more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older SX40 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.