Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon S1000pj

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon SX520 HS and Nikon S1000pj, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and S1000pj (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was revealed 5 years later than the S1000pj and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the SX520 HS matches up versus the S1000pj with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. The full galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Nikon S1000pj Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon SX520 HS has outside dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Nikon S1000pj has specifications of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Canon SX520 HS and Nikon S1000pj in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the SX520 HS versus the S1000pj.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and S1000pj is 69 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The visual here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and S1000pj.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon SX520 HS to deliver more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger SX520 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.