Canon SX50 HS vs Nikon P900

In this article, we are contrasting the Canon SX50 HS versus Nikon P900, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX50 HS (12MP) and P900 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was introduced 3 years before the P900 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX50 HS matches up versus the P900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS & Nikon Coolpix P900. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX50 HS Gallery & Nikon P900 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX50 HS offers physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Nikon P900 has specifications of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") accompanied by a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX50 HS versus Nikon P900 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX50 HS versus the P900.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX50 HS and P900 is 65 and 52 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The image here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX50 HS and P900.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon P900 to render more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged SX50 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.