Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon P100

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX510 HS versus Nikon P100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the P100 (10MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was introduced 3 years later than the P100 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX510 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX510 HS grades against the P100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS & Nikon Coolpix P100. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX510 HS Gallery & Nikon P100 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX510 HS provides outside dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Nikon P100 has measurements of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") and a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX510 HS versus the P100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX510 HS and P100 is 80 and 68 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SX510 HS and P100.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Canon SX510 HS to resolve more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent SX510 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.