Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon S570

In this article, we are reviewing the Canon SX260 HS versus Nikon S570, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the S570 (12MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was released 2 years later than the S570 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SX260 HS grades against the S570 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Nikon Coolpix S570. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Nikon S570 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX260 HS offers exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Nikon S570 has sizing of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX260 HS versus Nikon S570 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SX260 HS vs the S570.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and S570 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and S570.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images though you really should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX260 HS will have an advantage in sensor tech.