Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon L110
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Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon L110 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1008mm (F3.4-6.0) lens
- 441g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Released July 2014
- Succeeded the Canon SX510 HS
- Updated by Canon SX530 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 406g - 109 x 74 x 78mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Superseded the Nikon L100
- Replacement is Nikon L120

Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon L110 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Canon SX520 HS versus Nikon L110, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and L110 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX520 HS was announced 4 years later than the L110 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX520 HS matches up vs the L110 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon L110 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Nikon Coolpix L110. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Nikon L110 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX520 HS over the Nikon L110
SX520 HS | L110 | |||
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Introduced | July 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 55 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L110 over the Canon SX520 HS
L110 | SX520 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX520 HS and Nikon L110
SX520 HS | L110 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon L110 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX520 HS has physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Nikon L110 has measurements of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX520 HS versus Nikon L110 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX520 HS compared to the L110.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and L110 is 69 and 77 respectively.

Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon L110 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and L110.
Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX520 HS to show extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer SX520 HS will have an edge in sensor tech.

Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon L110 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon L110 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Nikon Coolpix L110 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Nikon Coolpix L110 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-07-29 | 2010-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4+ | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.0 | f/3.5-5.4 |
Macro focus distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 13.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 441 grams (0.97 lbs) | 406 grams (0.90 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 109 x 74 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 210 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $219 | $280 |