Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon P310

Lets look more closely at the Canon SX510 HS versus Nikon P310, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and P310 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was announced 15 months later than the P310 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX510 HS matches up versus the P310 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Nikon Coolpix P310. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Nikon P310 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. 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) whilst the Nikon P310 has sizing of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX510 HS versus Nikon P310 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX510 HS compared to the P310.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX510 HS and P310 is 80 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX510 HS and P310.

Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon P310 to give extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX510 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.