Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L820

On this page, we are looking at the Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L820, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the L820 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was announced 19 months later than the L820 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon L820 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the SX400 IS scores against the L820 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS & Nikon Coolpix L820. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery & Nikon L820 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX400 IS offers exterior dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Nikon L820 has proportions of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L820 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX400 IS vs the L820.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX400 IS and L820 is 81 and 72 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and L820.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you might want to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern SX400 IS should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.