Canon SX170 IS vs Nikon P310

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX170 IS and Nikon P310, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the P310 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX170 IS was released 15 months after the P310 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX170 IS matches up versus the P310 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS & Nikon Coolpix P310. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX170 IS Gallery & Nikon P310 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX170 IS features outside measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Nikon P310 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SX170 IS versus the P310.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX170 IS and P310 is 88 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through technical specs. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX170 IS and P310.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of images though you would want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX170 IS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.