Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon P500

On this page, we are comparing the Canon SX510 HS and Nikon P500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the P500 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was announced 2 years later than the P500 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX510 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX510 HS scores against the P500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS & Nikon Coolpix P500. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX510 HS Gallery & Nikon P500 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX510 HS has physical measurements 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 P500 has dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX510 HS against the P500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX510 HS and P500 is 80 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX510 HS and P500.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you should consider the age of the products into consideration. The newer SX510 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.