Canon PowerShot SX10 IS vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon PowerShot SX10 IS and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Canon PowerShot SX10 IS was introduced in January 2009 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 was introduced in January 2014. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot SX10 IS over Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 over Canon PowerShot SX10 IS.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Canon PowerShot SX10 IS has a 2.50" Fully Articulated screen with 230k dot resolution and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 has a 3.0" Fixed screen with 920k dot resolution. Fully articulated screen makes Canon PowerShot SX10 IS selfie and vlogger friendly and generally very useful for video shooting.

Viewfinder

Canon PowerShot SX10 IS has a built-in Electronic viewfinderPanasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 200k dot resolution. They both have 100% coverage.

Canon PowerShot SX10 IS features a 10.0 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 80 - 1,600. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 features a 18.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200 and expands to 100 - 6,400 in boosted mode.

Canon PowerShot SX10 IS can take pictures up to 3648 x 2736 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 2816 x 2112, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480, 3648 x 2048 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 is equipped with Venus Engine processor and can take pictures up to 4896 x 3672 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4896 x 3264, 2896 x 2752, 3664 x 3664, 4000 x 3000, 4000 x 2692, 4000 x 2248, 2992 x 2992, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 2176, 3264 x 1840, 2448 x 2448, 2560 x 1920, 2560 x 1712, 2560 x 1440, 1920 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1536, 1920 x 1080, 1536 x 1536, 640 x 480, 640 x 424, 640 x 360, 480 x 480 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Built-in GPS on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
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Built-in Wi-Fi on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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Bluetooth on Canon PowerShot SX10 IS

Canon PowerShot SX10 IS has a built-in Bluetooth which lets you to connect the camera to a smartphone or a dedicated remote control device. This allows you to remotely trigger the camera, adjust settings and controls remotely through a paired mobile app. While Wi-Fi is generally faster for transferring larger files, Bluetooth can be used for small, selective transfers, it can provide real-time information about your camera's battery status, memory card capacity, and other key settings directly on your paired smartphone or smartwatch.
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NFC on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Canon PowerShot SX10 IS comes with AA batteries (NiMH recommended) battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Canon PowerShot SX10 IS has a single SD/SDHC/MMC card card slot. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/3200 sec on Canon PowerShot SX10 IS, and up to 1/2000 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. Canon PowerShot SX10 IS can shoot continuously up to 0.7 fps. Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 can shoot continuously up to 10.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 5.20 m on Canon PowerShot SX10 IS and 6.40 m on Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. Canon PowerShot SX10 IS also accepts external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/500 sec on Canon PowerShot SX10 IS.

Canon PowerShot SX10 IS body has dimensions of 128 x 88 x 87 mm (5.04 x 3.46 x 3.43") and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 body has dimensions of 111 x 64 x 34 mm (4.37 x 2.52 x 1.34"). Canon PowerShot SX10 IS weighs 600 g (1.32 lb / 21.16 oz) and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 weighs 240 g (0.53 lb / 8.47 oz).

Canon PowerShot SX10 IS

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40

128 mm

88 mm

111 mm

64 mm