Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon S810c

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Canon SX270 HS and Nikon S810c, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and S810c (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was introduced 12 months earlier than the S810c which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX270 HS scores against the S810c 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 S810c. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX270 HS Gallery and Nikon S810c Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX270 HS offers exterior dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Nikon S810c has dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX270 HS and Nikon S810c in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX270 HS versus the S810c.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX270 HS and S810c is 91 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The graphic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX270 HS and S810c.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon S810c to result in greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older SX270 HS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.