Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon P90

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon P90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and P90 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was manufactured 5 years after the P90 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the SX520 HS grades versus the P90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Nikon Coolpix P90. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Nikon P90 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX520 HS has outer dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Nikon P90 has specifications of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") with a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX520 HS vs the P90.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and P90 is 69 and 70 respectively.

Usually, its hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and P90.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX520 HS to provide greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SX520 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.