But do not be mistaken. Canon PowerShot SX40 HS instead of DSLR cameras. Lens can not be removed. Because of the large size of this lens has a 35x zoom range. Of course it was a small size for an SLR type camera.
If it is not considered a DSLR camera, SX40 into the category of pocket or compact camera. But the size is big enough for a pocket camera could make SX40 pocket.
Design and Features
You could say SX40 design inspired by a DSLR camera with a more petite dimensions, ie, 122.9 x 92.4 x 107.7 millimeters. Its weight is light enough, only 600 grams.
At short distances, the SX40's 35x lens just can not shoot as wide as 24 mm. But, when the mode extends up to 840 mm, this lens is still able to maintain a wide angle.
Camera body with 12-megapixel sensor is mostly made of metal with some parts made of plastic material. 2.7-inch wide LCD screen with resolution 230 thousand pixels make comfortable eye view shots from different angles.
In addition to viewing the object shot from the LCD screen, the SX40 features an electronic viewfinder that displays an image 230 thousand pixels. However, because the size is too small, the target object to be less comfortable.
Interestingly, the SX40 is equipped with optical stabilization system. The system allows users to take images stay sharp even in full zoom mode. In fact, no need for a tripod or monopod.
Like a DSLR camera, the body is filled with some of the SX40. At the top right there are buttons to change shooting modes.
While the four-way button on the back of the camera function to enter the menu, change the ISO, exposure compensation setting, activate the self-timer, and change the focus mode.
Menu system to be one of the strengths of this camera for easy operation. The SX40 flash enabled manually. Again, like a DSLR camera, at the top of the SX40 is also available hot shoe for Canon Speedlite flash place.
Performance
Canon PowerShot SX40 HS is not the fastest camera with recording capabilities. To take the first picture, it took 2.5 seconds. After that, the recycle time of 0.4 seconds and 0.5 second shutter lag. Simply amazing.
For image sharpness, SX40 has an average of 1836 lines per picture. That number exceeds the standard size standard for the line 1800 can be said to be very sharp. Even so, the rate of SX40 was not the highest.
Besides taking still images, SX40 is able to record high definition video (HD) 1080p. The resulting film is pretty good. But, when the camera is moved quickly when recording, there is an impression fractures. There is a possibility is due to the rolling shutter effect.
To view video recordings or photographs, SX40 can be linked to a computer via mini-USB. As for the look on television, either through mini-HDMI cable.
All the beautiful moments of the target can be stored in the media, of SD cards, SDHC, and SDXC.
Overall, the Canon PowerShot SX40 HS can be relied upon as a friend or a vacation trip to record beautiful moments. Although only classified as a pocket camera, a feature that served more than a pocket camera.
SPECIFICATIONS
Sensor: 12.1 MP CMOS
Sensor size: 6.2 x 4.6 mm
Media formats: SD, SDHC, SDXC
Battery: Lithium Ion
Maximum ISO: 3200
Optical Zoom: 35x
LCD Size: 2.7 inches
Video Resolution: 720p, 1080p
Interface ports: a mini-USB, mini-HDMI
Dimensions: 122.9 x 92.4 x 107.7 mm
Weight: 600 grams
Price: $ 3.9 million
EXCESS
- 35x zoom lens
- A fast recycle time
- The LCD screen is bright
LACK
- Large size
- Noisy at ISO 1600 to top
- 1080p video recording is limited to 24 fps
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