Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon A900

Here, we are comparing the Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon A900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and A900 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was released 6 years before the A900 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX130 IS matches up against the A900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Nikon Coolpix A900. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Nikon A900 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX130 IS features physical measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") along with a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Nikon A900 has sizing of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon A900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SX130 IS against the A900.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and A900 is 85 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The pic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX130 IS and A900.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon A900 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged SX130 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.