Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon P520

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon SX610 HS versus Nikon P520, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX610 HS (20MP) and the P520 (18MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was announced 24 months later than the P520 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX610 HS matches up versus the P520 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Nikon Coolpix P520. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Nikon P520 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX610 HS comes with outer measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Nikon P520 has specifications of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Check the Canon SX610 HS versus Nikon P520 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX610 HS versus the P520.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX610 HS and P520 is 93 and 66 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The photograph here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX610 HS and P520.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX610 HS to give greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The younger SX610 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.