Canon SX240 HS vs Nikon S33

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SX240 HS versus Nikon S33, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX240 HS (12MP) and the S33 (13MP) is pretty comparable but the SX240 HS (1/2.3") and S33 (1/3.1") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX240 HS was announced 4 years before the S33 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX240 HS grades against the S33 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Nikon Coolpix S33. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Nikon S33 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS provides external measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Nikon S33 has proportions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX240 HS versus Nikon S33 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SX240 HS compared to the S33.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and S33 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out specifications. The image underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and S33.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX240 HS with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon S33 will produce more detail with its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged SX240 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.