Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Nikon S6400

Here is a extended assessment of the Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Nikon S6400, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and S6400 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 520 HS was introduced 7 months prior to the S6400 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ELPH 520 HS matches up against the S6400 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 520 HS and Nikon Coolpix S6400. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 520 HS Gallery and Nikon S6400 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 520 HS has got physical measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6400 has dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the ELPH 520 HS and the S6400.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 520 HS and S6400 is 96 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The visual underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 520 HS and S6400.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon S6400 to give you more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older ELPH 520 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.