Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon L110

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon L110, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the L110 (12MP) is very close and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was launched 7 months after the L110 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX130 IS matches up against the L110 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Nikon Coolpix L110. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Nikon L110 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX130 IS comes with outside measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") and a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Nikon L110 has specifications of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SX130 IS compared to the L110.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and L110 is 85 and 77 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX130 IS and L110.

As you can see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should really take the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern SX130 IS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.