Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon L820

Here, we will be comparing the Canon SX260 HS and Nikon L820, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and L820 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was brought out 7 months earlier than the L820 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon L820 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX260 HS matches up against the L820 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Nikon Coolpix L820. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Nikon L820 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX260 HS enjoys outer dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Nikon L820 has sizing of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") and a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).

Check the Canon SX260 HS and Nikon L820 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SX260 HS compared to the L820.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and L820 is 91 and 72 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and L820.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon L820 to offer more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged SX260 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.