Canon SX40 HS vs Sony S2000

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon SX40 HS and Sony S2000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was brought out 21 months after the S2000 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX40 HS grades vs the S2000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX40 HS comes with exterior measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX40 HS and Sony S2000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SX40 HS compared to the S2000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and S2000 is 64 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX40 HS and S2000.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX40 HS to give you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer SX40 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.