Canon SX500 IS vs Nikon A1000

Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon SX500 IS and Nikon A1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the A1000 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX500 IS was brought out 7 years prior to the A1000 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX500 IS grades against the A1000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS & Nikon Coolpix A1000. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX500 IS Gallery & Nikon A1000 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX500 IS enjoys outer dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Nikon A1000 has proportions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX500 IS and Nikon A1000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the SX500 IS and the A1000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX500 IS and A1000 is 80 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The photograph below should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX500 IS and A1000.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you might want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older SX500 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.