Canon SX70 HS vs Panasonic FZ40

Below is a detailed assessment of the Canon SX70 HS versus Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and FZ40 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was brought out 8 years later than the FZ40 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SX70 HS matches up vs the FZ40 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX70 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX70 HS has outside dimensions of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") along with a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ40 has dimensions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX70 HS versus the FZ40.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX70 HS and FZ40 is 63 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX70 HS and FZ40.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Canon SX70 HS to show greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX70 HS provides an edge in sensor tech.