Canon SX400 IS vs Canon SX540 HS

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SX400 IS versus Canon SX540 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both created by Canon. The sensor resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the SX540 HS (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was released 17 months earlier than the SX540 HS which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the SX400 IS grades against the SX540 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Canon PowerShot SX540 HS. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Canon SX540 HS Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX400 IS has physical measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Canon SX540 HS has proportions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX400 IS versus Canon SX540 HS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX400 IS and the SX540 HS.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and SX540 HS is 81 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The pic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX400 IS and SX540 HS.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX540 HS to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged SX400 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.