Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon L24

Below, we will be comparing the Canon SX510 HS versus Nikon L24, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the L24 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was announced 2 years after the L24 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX510 HS grades against the L24 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS & Nikon Coolpix L24. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX510 HS Gallery & Nikon L24 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX510 HS enjoys exterior dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Nikon L24 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX510 HS versus the L24.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX510 HS and L24 is 80 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The pic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX510 HS and L24.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon L24 to produce greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer SX510 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.