Canon SX240 HS vs Nikon L28

On this page, we are looking at the Canon SX240 HS versus Nikon L28, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and L28 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was released 11 months prior to the L28 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX240 HS scores vs the L28 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Nikon Coolpix L28. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Nikon L28 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX240 HS offers external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Nikon L28 has measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX240 HS versus Nikon L28 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the SX240 HS compared to the L28.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX240 HS and L28 is 91 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX240 HS and L28.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon L28 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX240 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.