Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon A900

Below is a thorough review of the Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon A900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX540 HS (20MP) and the A900 (20MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was introduced at a similar time to the A900 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon A900 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the SX540 HS scores vs the A900 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Nikon Coolpix A900. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Nikon A900 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX540 HS enjoys physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Nikon A900 has proportions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX540 HS compared to the A900.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX540 HS and A900 is 69 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX540 HS and A900.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files but you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration.