Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon S630

Following is a in-depth review of the Canon SX260 HS and Nikon S630, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the S630 (12MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was introduced 3 years after the S630 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX260 HS grades vs the S630 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Nikon Coolpix S630. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Nikon S630 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX260 HS has got external 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) and the Nikon S630 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the SX260 HS compared to the S630.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and S630 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The pic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and S630.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures but you have to take the age of the products into consideration. The more recent SX260 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.