Canon SX240 HS vs Nikon S810c

Here is a complete assessment of the Canon SX240 HS vs Nikon S810c, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and S810c (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was manufactured 3 years earlier than the S810c and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the SX240 HS scores against the S810c in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS & Nikon Coolpix S810c. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX240 HS Gallery & Nikon S810c Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX240 HS has physical measurements 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 S810c has sizing of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX240 HS vs Nikon S810c in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SX240 HS and the S810c.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX240 HS and S810c is 91 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX240 HS and S810c.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S810c to render more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The older SX240 HS will be behind in sensor technology.