Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon P900

Lets look more closely at the Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon P900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the P900 (16MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was introduced 7 months before the P900 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P900 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX400 IS scores vs the P900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Nikon Coolpix P900. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Nikon P900 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX400 IS provides external dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Nikon P900 has proportions of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") having a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon P900 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX400 IS and the P900.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and P900 is 81 and 52 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The visual here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and P900.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older SX400 IS is going to be behind in sensor innovation.