Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon P510

Here, we are looking at the Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon P510, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the P510 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was launched 2 years later than the P510 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX60 HS grades versus the P510 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS & Nikon Coolpix P510. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery & Nikon P510 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX60 HS offers exterior dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Nikon P510 has measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SX60 HS compared to the P510.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX60 HS and P510 is 61 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX60 HS and P510.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of files though you might want to consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger SX60 HS should have an advantage in sensor technology.