Canon SX240 HS vs Nikon S800c

Lets look more in depth at the Canon SX240 HS and Nikon S800c, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and S800c (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was unveiled 12 months earlier than the S800c and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX240 HS grades against the S800c for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Nikon Coolpix S800c. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Nikon S800c Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX240 HS features outer 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 S800c has measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX240 HS and Nikon S800c in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX240 HS against the S800c.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX240 HS and S800c is 91 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX240 HS and S800c.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon S800c to produce greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older SX240 HS will be behind in sensor technology.