Canon SX520 HS vs Panasonic FZ40

Following is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX520 HS vs Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was unveiled 4 years after the FZ40 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX520 HS scores vs the FZ40 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The full galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX520 HS has physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ40 has dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SX520 HS compared to the FZ40.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and FZ40 is 69 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX520 HS and FZ40.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX520 HS to provide you with extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger SX520 HS will have an edge in sensor innovation.