Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon SX60 HS and Canon SX40 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon SX60 HS has external dimensions of 128 x 93 x 114 mm (5.04 x 3.66 x 4.49″) and weighs 650 g (1.43 lb / 22.93 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX40 HS has external dimensions of 123 x 92 x 108 mm (4.84 x 3.62 x 4.25″) and weighs 600 g (1.32 lb / 21.16 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon SX60 HS and the Canon SX40 HS. Canon SX40 HS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 5mm narrower, 1mm shorter and 6mm thinner than Canon SX60 HS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon SX60 HS and Canon SX40 HS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon SX60 HS and Canon SX40 HS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon SX40 HS is 50g lighter than the Canon SX60 HS but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot SX60 HS nor Canon PowerShot SX40 HS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX60 HS's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon SX40 HS's 2.7 screen.