Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L21

Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX400 IS versus Nikon L21, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and L21 (8MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was launched 4 years later than the L21 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX400 IS grades versus the L21 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Nikon Coolpix L21. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Nikon L21 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX400 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Nikon L21 has specifications of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX400 IS versus the L21.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX400 IS and L21 is 81 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX400 IS and L21.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX400 IS to render extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX400 IS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.