Canon SX40 HS vs Sony W510

Following is a complete assessment of the Canon SX40 HS and Sony W510, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the SX40 HS (12MP) and the W510 (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was launched 9 months after the W510 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX40 HS grades versus the W510 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Sony W510 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX40 HS features external dimensions 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 W510 has proportions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX40 HS and Sony W510 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX40 HS against the W510.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX40 HS and W510 is 64 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX40 HS and W510.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of images though you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The younger SX40 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.