Canon SX40 HS vs Sony HX20V

Its time to look much closer at the Canon SX40 HS vs Sony HX20V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and HX20V (18MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was revealed 10 months prior to the HX20V which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX40 HS grades vs the HX20V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX40 HS offers physical measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Sony HX20V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX40 HS compared to the HX20V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and HX20V is 64 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX40 HS and HX20V.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX20V to give you more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older SX40 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.