Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon S620
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36 Features
41 Overall
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34 Features
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Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon S620 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 349g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Released August 2013
- Previous Model is Canon SX500 IS
- Renewed by Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009

Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon S620 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX510 HS versus Nikon S620, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the S620 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX510 HS was unveiled 4 years after the S620 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the SX510 HS grades against the S620 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon S620 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Nikon Coolpix S620. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Nikon S620 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX510 HS over the Nikon S620
SX510 HS | S620 | |||
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Launched | August 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 56 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Canon SX510 HS
S620 | SX510 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX510 HS and Nikon S620
SX510 HS | S620 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon S620 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX510 HS has outside measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Nikon S620 has dimensions of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX510 HS versus Nikon S620 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX510 HS and the S620.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX510 HS and S620 is 80 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon S620 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The pic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX510 HS and S620.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files although you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX510 HS provides an advantage in sensor technology.

Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon S620 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX510 HS vs Nikon S620 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Nikon Coolpix S620 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Nikon Coolpix S620 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-08-22 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/2.7-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 349 gr (0.77 lbs) | 120 gr (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $249 | $37 |