Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon P510

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.

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.

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).

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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.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and P510 is 91 and 66 respectively.

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.