Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon L830

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon L830, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and L830 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was launched 19 months earlier than the L830 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX260 HS matches up versus the L830 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Nikon Coolpix L830. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Nikon L830 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX260 HS offers outer measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Nikon L830 has measurements of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") having a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX260 HS and the L830.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and L830 is 91 and 71 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The image underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and L830.

To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon L830 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged SX260 HS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.