Canon SX130 IS vs Nikon L840

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon SX130 IS versus Nikon L840, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX130 IS (12MP) and L840 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was brought out 5 years prior to the L840 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the SX130 IS matches up vs the L840 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS & Nikon Coolpix L840. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX130 IS Gallery & Nikon L840 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX130 IS has exterior dimensions 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 L840 has sizing of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") with a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX130 IS versus Nikon L840 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX130 IS against the L840.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX130 IS and L840 is 85 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The picture below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX130 IS and L840.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon L840 to offer extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged SX130 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.