Canon SX530 HS vs Panasonic ZS40

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX530 HS and Panasonic ZS40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was revealed 13 months after the ZS40 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX530 HS scores vs the ZS40 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX530 HS enjoys external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS40 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX530 HS against the ZS40.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and ZS40 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX530 HS and ZS40.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS40 to give extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SX530 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.