Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon P610

The following is a extensive assessment of the Canon SX210 IS versus Nikon P610, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the P610 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was manufactured 5 years prior to the P610 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX210 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX210 IS matches up against the P610 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Nikon Coolpix P610. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Nikon P610 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX210 IS offers exterior measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Nikon P610 has measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX210 IS versus Nikon P610 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX210 IS vs the P610.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX210 IS and P610 is 90 and 65 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The image underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX210 IS and P610.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon P610 to result in greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged SX210 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.