Canon SX240 HS vs Nikon P80

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SX240 HS vs Nikon P80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the P80 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was brought out 3 years later than the P80 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX240 HS matches up against the P80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Nikon Coolpix P80. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Nikon P80 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS features physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Nikon P80 has proportions of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX240 HS vs Nikon P80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX240 HS against the P80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX240 HS and P80 is 91 and 75 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX240 HS and P80.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX240 HS to show extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern SX240 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.