Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon S810c

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SX540 HS and Nikon S810c, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and S810c (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was launched 22 months after the S810c making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S810c being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX540 HS grades versus the S810c in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS & Nikon Coolpix S810c. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX540 HS Gallery & Nikon S810c Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX540 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Nikon S810c has dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX540 HS against the S810c.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX540 HS and S810c is 69 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX540 HS and S810c.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Canon SX540 HS to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more modern SX540 HS provides an advantage in sensor technology.