Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon P900

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon SX520 HS and Nikon P900, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the P900 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was manufactured 7 months before the P900 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P900 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX520 HS matches up vs the P900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Nikon Coolpix P900. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Nikon P900 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX520 HS provides external measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Nikon P900 has proportions of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") and a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX520 HS and Nikon P900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX520 HS versus the P900.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and P900 is 69 and 52 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX520 HS and P900.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you would want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX520 HS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.