Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon P610

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon P610, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and P610 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was unveiled at a similar time to the P610 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the SX610 HS scores vs the P610 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Nikon Coolpix P610. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Nikon P610 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX610 HS features outside measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Nikon P610 has sizing of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX610 HS compared to the P610.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX610 HS and P610 is 93 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The photograph below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX610 HS and P610.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon SX610 HS to give extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively.