Canon SX520 HS vs Samsung NX10

Here, we are analyzing the Canon SX520 HS and Samsung NX10, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is fairly close but the SX520 HS (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The SX520 HS was announced 4 years later than the NX10 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX520 HS scores vs the NX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS & Samsung NX10. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX520 HS Gallery & Samsung NX10 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX520 HS offers external dimensions 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 Samsung NX10 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX520 HS and Samsung NX10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the SX520 HS against the NX10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX520 HS and NX10 is 69 and 80 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and NX10.

Clearly, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX520 HS using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Canon SX520 HS will provide you with extra detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher SX520 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.