Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon S5100

Below is a thorough overview of the Canon SX260 HS versus Nikon S5100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the S5100 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was manufactured 22 months later than the S5100 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX260 HS matches up versus the S5100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Nikon Coolpix S5100. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Nikon S5100 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX260 HS has exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Nikon S5100 has proportions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX260 HS vs the S5100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and S5100 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and S5100.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images however you will need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more modern SX260 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.