Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510
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![Canon PowerShot SX260 HS front Canon PowerShot SX260 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX260-HS/Canon-SX260-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.8) lens
- 231g - 106 x 61 x 33mm
- Revealed June 2012
- Superseded the Canon SX240 HS
- Refreshed by Canon SX270 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 555g - 120 x 83 x 102mm
- Revealed July 2012
- Earlier Model is Nikon P500
- Renewed by Nikon P520
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Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510 Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and P510 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The SX260 HS was revealed at a similar time to the P510 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P510 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX260 HS matches up against the P510 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Nikon Coolpix P510. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Nikon P510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX260 HS over the Nikon P510
SX260 HS | P510 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P510 over the Canon SX260 HS
P510 | SX260 HS | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX260 HS and Nikon P510
SX260 HS | P510 | |||
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Revealed | June 2012 | ![]() | July 2012 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX260 HS has got exterior 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 P510 has sizing of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") along with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX260 HS and the P510.
![Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510 size comparison Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX260-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P510-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and P510 is 91 and 66 respectively.
![Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510 top view buttons comparison Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX260-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P510-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and P510.
Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon P510 to offer you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively.
![Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510 sensor size comparison Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX260-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P510-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX260-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P510-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Nikon Coolpix P510 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX260 HS | Nikon Coolpix P510 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-06-04 | 2012-07-05 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 24-1000mm (41.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.8 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II TFT LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 231 grams (0.51 lbs) | 555 grams (1.22 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 120 x 83 x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | 200 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $349 | $600 |