Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon S4300

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon SX610 HS and Nikon S4300, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and S4300 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was introduced 2 years after the S4300 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the SX610 HS grades versus the S4300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS & Nikon Coolpix S4300. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery & Nikon S4300 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX610 HS provides exterior 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 S4300 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX610 HS and Nikon S4300 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX610 HS and the S4300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX610 HS and S4300 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX610 HS and S4300.

To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon SX610 HS to produce greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher SX610 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.