Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon S6500

Here is a extended analysis of the Canon SX520 HS versus Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was introduced 19 months later than the S6500 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX520 HS scores vs the S6500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX520 HS has outside dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Nikon S6500 has dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX520 HS versus Nikon S6500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the SX520 HS versus the S6500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and S6500 is 69 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The graphic below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and S6500.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files but you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The newer SX520 HS will have a benefit in sensor technology.