Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon L820

Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon L820, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and L820 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was manufactured 7 months after the L820 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX510 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon L820 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX510 HS scores versus the L820 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Nikon Coolpix L820. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Nikon L820 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX510 HS provides 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) whilst the Nikon L820 has measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX510 HS versus the L820.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX510 HS and L820 is 80 and 72 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The pic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX510 HS and L820.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon L820 to show greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The younger SX510 HS provides an advantage in sensor innovation.