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 Casio EX-Z16 and Canon SX40 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Casio EX-Z16 has external dimensions of 101 x 59 x 20 mm (3.98 x 2.32 x 0.79″) and weighs (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 Casio EX-Z16 and the Canon SX40 HS. Casio EX-Z16 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 22mm narrower, 33mm shorter and 88mm thinner than Canon SX40 HS.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Casio EX-Z16 and Canon SX40 HS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Casio EX-Z16 is 600g lighter than the Canon SX40 HS but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Casio Exilim EX-Z16 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 Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon SX40 HS's 2.70" LCD screen is slightly larger than Casio EX-Z16's screen.
Moreover, Canon SX40 HS sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. On the other hand, Casio EX-Z16 has a fixed type screen which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to SX40 HS.