Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon AW120

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon SX210 IS versus Nikon AW120, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the AW120 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was announced 4 years before the AW120 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX210 IS scores versus the AW120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Nikon Coolpix AW120. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Nikon AW120 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX210 IS provides outer measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Nikon AW120 has sizing of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX210 IS versus Nikon AW120 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX210 IS vs the AW120.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX210 IS and AW120 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX210 IS and AW120.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon AW120 to deliver more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older SX210 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.