Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S30

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon SX610 HS versus Nikon S30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and S30 (10MP) and the SX610 HS (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The SX610 HS was announced 2 years later than the S30 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the SX610 HS grades versus the S30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Nikon Coolpix S30. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Nikon S30 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX610 HS has got outside dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Nikon S30 has dimensions of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX610 HS versus Nikon S30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SX610 HS against the S30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and S30 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX610 HS and S30.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX610 HS with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon SX610 HS will produce extra detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX610 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.