Canon SX240 HS vs Nikon P510

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon SX240 HS and Nikon P510, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and P510 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was revealed 4 months before the P510 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P510 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX240 HS matches up vs the P510 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Nikon Coolpix P510. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Nikon P510 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX240 HS features physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Nikon P510 has dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX240 HS and Nikon P510 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX240 HS versus the P510.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX240 HS and P510 is 91 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The photograph below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX240 HS and P510.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon P510 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively.