Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon L810

Below, we are looking at the Canon SX510 HS versus Nikon L810, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and L810 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was revealed 19 months after the L810 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX510 HS grades versus the L810 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS & Nikon Coolpix L810. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX510 HS Gallery & Nikon L810 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX510 HS features 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) and the Nikon L810 has measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX510 HS versus Nikon L810 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SX510 HS and the L810.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX510 HS and L810 is 80 and 74 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX510 HS and L810.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon L810 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern SX510 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.