Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon P520

Here is a complete assessment of the Canon SX270 HS and Nikon P520, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and P520 (18MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The SX270 HS was brought out 2 months later than the P520 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX270 HS matches up against the P520 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS and Nikon Coolpix P520. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Nikon P520 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX270 HS comes with outer measurements of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Nikon P520 has sizing of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Check the Canon SX270 HS and Nikon P520 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the P520.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and P520 is 91 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX270 HS and P520.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon P520 to deliver more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively.