Canon SX50 HS vs Nikon S9300

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Canon SX50 HS vs Nikon S9300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SX50 HS (12MP) and S9300 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was brought out 7 months after the S9300 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9300 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SX50 HS grades versus the S9300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS and Nikon Coolpix S9300. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX50 HS Gallery and Nikon S9300 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. 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) whilst the Nikon S9300 has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX50 HS against the S9300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX50 HS and S9300 is 65 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX50 HS and S9300.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S9300 to result in greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern SX50 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.