Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon S640

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon SX520 HS and Nikon S640, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and S640 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was manufactured 5 years later than the S640 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX520 HS grades vs the S640 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Nikon Coolpix S640. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Nikon S640 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX520 HS has got physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Nikon S640 has measurements of 91mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the SX520 HS vs the S640.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX520 HS and S640 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and S640.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SX520 HS to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern SX520 HS will have an edge in sensor tech.