Canon SX10 IS vs Nikon S220

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Canon SX10 IS and Nikon S220, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX10 IS (10MP) and the S220 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX10 IS was manufactured around the same time to the S220 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX10 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the SX10 IS grades versus the S220 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS and Nikon Coolpix S220. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX10 IS Gallery and Nikon S220 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX10 IS enjoys exterior measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon S220 has sizing of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SX10 IS against the S220.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX10 IS and S220 is 65 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The visual here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX10 IS and S220.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of files however you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration.