Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon P510

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX20 IS and Nikon P510, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the SX20 IS (12MP) and P510 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX20 IS was manufactured 24 months before the P510 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SX20 IS grades vs the P510 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX20 IS & Nikon Coolpix P510. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX20 IS Gallery & Nikon P510 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX20 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Nikon P510 has proportions of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX20 IS and Nikon P510 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX20 IS against the P510.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX20 IS and P510 is 65 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX20 IS and P510.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon P510 to offer more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged SX20 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.