Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon L810
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Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon L810 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
- Revealed July 2014
- Succeeded the Canon SX510 HS
- Renewed by Canon SX530 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Launched February 2012
- Successor is Nikon L820
Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon L810 Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon SX520 HS versus Nikon L810, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the L810 (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe SX520 HS was unveiled 2 years after the L810 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX520 HS scores vs the L810 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon L810 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Nikon Coolpix L810. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Nikon L810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX520 HS over the Nikon L810
SX520 HS | L810 | |||
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Launched | July 2014 | February 2012 | Newer by 31 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Canon SX520 HS
L810 | SX520 HS | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 461k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX520 HS and Nikon L810
SX520 HS | L810 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon L810 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX520 HS comes with external measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Nikon L810 has dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") along with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX520 HS versus Nikon L810 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the SX520 HS against the L810.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and L810 is 69 and 74 respectively.
Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon L810 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX520 HS and L810.
All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files although you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern SX520 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon L810 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon L810 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Nikon Coolpix L810 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX520 HS | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2014-07-29 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4+ | - |
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1008mm (42.0x) | 23-585mm (25.4x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-6.0 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 1.2fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 441 gr (0.97 lb) | 430 gr (0.95 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | 300 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $219 | $280 |