Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon L840

Below is a extensive assessment of the Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon L840, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the L840 (16MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was released 4 months prior to the L840 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX60 HS grades against the L840 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Nikon Coolpix L840. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Nikon L840 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX60 HS provides external dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Nikon L840 has dimensions of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") along with a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon L840 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SX60 HS versus the L840.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX60 HS and L840 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX60 HS and L840.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you might want to take the production date of the cameras into account.