Canon SX120 IS vs Nikon S800c

Here is a comprehensive review of the Canon SX120 IS versus Nikon S800c, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the SX120 IS (10MP) and S800c (16MP) and the SX120 IS (1/2.5") and S800c (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

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The SX120 IS was unveiled 4 years prior to the S800c and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX120 IS matches up versus the S800c with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX120 IS and Nikon Coolpix S800c. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX120 IS Gallery and Nikon S800c Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX120 IS has got outside measurements of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs) and the Nikon S800c has dimensions of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX120 IS versus Nikon S800c in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX120 IS and the S800c.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX120 IS and S800c is 87 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX120 IS and S800c.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX120 IS having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Nikon S800c will give more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The older SX120 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.