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Canon PowerShot SX50 HS vs Canon PowerShot SX40 HS
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS
Camera summary
The Canon PowerShot SX50 HS, made by Canon, is a powerful SLR-like (bridge) camera. Announced on Jan. 15, 2013.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
3.6 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
2.9 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Canon PowerShot SX40 HS, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Canon PowerShot SX40 HS
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Canon PowerShot SX60 HS, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Canon PowerShot SX60 HS
Sensor
This camera has a BSI-CMOS sensor with a 12 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 9 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 315 shots per charge with the included NB-10L battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Canon PowerShot SX40 HS
Camera summary
The Canon PowerShot SX40 HS, made by Canon, is a powerful SLR-like (bridge) camera. Announced on Sept. 15, 2011.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
3.6 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
3.1 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Canon PowerShot SX30 IS, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Canon PowerShot SX30 IS
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Canon PowerShot SX50 HS, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Canon PowerShot SX50 HS
Sensor
This camera has a BSI-CMOS sensor with a 12 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 9 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 380 shots per charge with the included NB-10L battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Autofocus specs |
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | No |
No |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | No |
No |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Connectivity |
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - | Eye-Fi Connected |
| DXO color depth | 20.3 | 0.0 |
| DXO dynamic range | 11.2 | 0.0 |
| DXO low light ISO | 179.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO overall score | 47.0 | 0.0 |
Exposure mode |
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | No |
No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Jan. 15, 2013 | Sept. 15, 2011 |
| Body type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| brand | Canon | Canon |
| msrp | $213.94 | $169.00 |
| model | Canon PowerShot SX50 HS | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS |
| Predecessor model | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS | Canon PowerShot SX30 IS |
| Successor model | Canon PowerShot SX60 HS | Canon PowerShot SX50 HS |
Lense |
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS |
| Focal length multiplier | - | - |
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | 0cm | 0cm |
| Number of lenses | - | - |
Other features |
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
No |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in |
| Flash range | 5.50 m | 7.00 m |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 2.0 fps | 10.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/3200s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 | 15 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | No |
Yes |
Physical |
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS |
| Battery life | 315 shots | 380 shots |
| Battery model | NB-10L | NB-10L |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | No |
No |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 106mm | 123 x 92 x 108mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 595 grs | 600 grs |
Screen |
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 461 | 230 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS |
| Max boosted ISO | - | - |
| Max image resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
No |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55 mm | 6.17 x 4.55 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 12 | 12 |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3-inch | 1/2.3-inch |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Headphone port |
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | No |
No |
| Video formats | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) |
Viewfinder |
Canon PowerShot SX50 HS | Canon PowerShot SX40 HS |
| viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | 202k dots | n/a |