Canon SX540 HS vs Panasonic FZ40

Here is a extended assessment of the Canon SX540 HS versus Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and FZ40 (14MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was released 5 years later than the FZ40 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the SX540 HS scores vs the FZ40 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX540 HS enjoys external measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ40 has proportions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Check the Canon SX540 HS versus Panasonic FZ40 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the SX540 HS versus the FZ40.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the SX540 HS and FZ40 is 69 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The photograph here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX540 HS and FZ40.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX540 HS to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SX540 HS will have an advantage in sensor technology.