Canon SX240 HS vs Nikon P310

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX240 HS and Nikon P310, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and P310 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was introduced 4 months earlier than the P310 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX240 HS scores vs the P310 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Nikon Coolpix P310. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Nikon P310 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX240 HS provides physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Nikon P310 has measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX240 HS and Nikon P310 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX240 HS vs the P310.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX240 HS and P310 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX240 HS and P310.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon P310 to produce greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively.