Canon N vs Nikon L610

Below is a in depth review of the Canon N vs Nikon L610, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the N (12MP) and L610 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The N was launched 6 months later than the L610 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the N grades vs the L610 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot N and Nikon Coolpix L610. The complete galleries are available at Canon N Gallery and Nikon L610 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon N provides exterior dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Nikon L610 has measurements of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Check out the Canon N vs Nikon L610 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the N compared to the L610.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the N and L610 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the N and L610.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon L610 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.