Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon L28
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Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon L28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 349g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Released August 2013
- Old Model is Canon SX500 IS
- Newer Model is Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Released January 2013

Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon L28 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Canon SX510 HS versus Nikon L28, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and L28 (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX510 HS was introduced 7 months after the L28 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX510 HS matches up versus the L28 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon L28 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS & Nikon Coolpix L28. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX510 HS Gallery & Nikon L28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX510 HS over the Nikon L28
SX510 HS | L28 | |||
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Released | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 7 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Canon SX510 HS
L28 | SX510 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX510 HS and Nikon L28
SX510 HS | L28 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon L28 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX510 HS has external measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Nikon L28 has specifications of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX510 HS versus Nikon L28 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX510 HS versus the L28.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX510 HS and L28 is 80 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon L28 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The image underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX510 HS and L28.
All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon L28 to deliver greater detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The newer SX510 HS will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon L28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon L28 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Nikon Coolpix L28 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Nikon Coolpix L28 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-08-22 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | - |
Macro focus range | 0cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 349 grams (0.77 lbs) | 164 grams (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 280 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-6LH | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $249 | $90 |