Canon SX40 HS vs Sony HX200V

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon SX40 HS versus Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and HX200V (18MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was manufactured 7 months prior to the HX200V so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX40 HS grades vs the HX200V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX40 HS provides exterior dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Sony HX200V has measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX40 HS versus Sony HX200V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX40 HS and the HX200V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX40 HS and HX200V is 64 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The pic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX40 HS and HX200V.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony HX200V to offer you greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX40 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.