Canon SX700 HS vs Panasonic FZ40

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SX700 HS and Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was manufactured 3 years later than the FZ40 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX700 HS scores vs the FZ40 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX700 HS provides physical dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ40 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX700 HS vs the FZ40.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX700 HS and FZ40 is 89 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX700 HS and FZ40.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Canon SX700 HS to give more detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher SX700 HS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.