Canon SX160 IS vs Nikon L810

Here, we will be looking at the Canon SX160 IS and Nikon L810, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the L810 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX160 IS was manufactured 17 months later than the L810 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX160 IS grades versus the L810 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS & Nikon Coolpix L810. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX160 IS Gallery & Nikon L810 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX160 IS has got outside dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Nikon L810 has sizing of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX160 IS and Nikon L810 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX160 IS against the L810.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and L810 is 86 and 74 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX160 IS and L810.

Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you will want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer SX160 IS provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.