Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon S810c

Here is a detailed overview of the Canon SX260 HS vs Nikon S810c, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and S810c (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was launched 22 months earlier than the S810c making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX260 HS scores versus the S810c in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Nikon Coolpix S810c. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Nikon S810c Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX260 HS provides outside 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 S810c has measurements of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX260 HS and the S810c.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and S810c is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and S810c.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S810c to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older SX260 HS will be behind in sensor technology.