Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L19

In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon SX400 IS and Nikon L19, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and L19 (8MP) and the SX400 IS (1/2.3") and L19 (1/2.5") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX400 IS was announced 5 years later than the L19 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX400 IS matches up vs the L19 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Nikon Coolpix L19. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Nikon L19 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX400 IS comes with physical measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Nikon L19 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX400 IS and Nikon L19 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX400 IS against the L19.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and L19 is 81 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The visual below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX400 IS and L19.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX400 IS with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon SX400 IS will show greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern SX400 IS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.