Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon S230

Let's examine more closely at the Canon SX520 HS versus Nikon S230, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and S230 (10MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was announced 5 years after the S230 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon S230 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the SX520 HS matches up versus the S230 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Nikon Coolpix S230. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Nikon S230 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX520 HS provides exterior dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Nikon S230 has measurements of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the SX520 HS vs the S230.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX520 HS and S230 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and S230.

Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX520 HS to give extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more modern SX520 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.