Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon P520

Here, we are looking at the Canon SX540 HS and Nikon P520, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX540 HS (20MP) and the P520 (18MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was manufactured 2 years later than the P520 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX540 HS matches up against the P520 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS & Nikon Coolpix P520. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery & Nikon P520 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX540 HS has external dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Nikon P520 has sizing of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX540 HS against the P520.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX540 HS and P520 is 69 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX540 HS and P520.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon SX540 HS to produce greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX540 HS is going to have an edge in sensor technology.