Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon P520
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Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon P520 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Introduced May 2016
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 550g - 125 x 84 x 102mm
- Announced January 2013
- Succeeded the Nikon P510
- Replacement is Nikon P530
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Below is a in-depth assessment of the Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon P520, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX620 HS (20MP) and the P520 (18MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SX620 HS was introduced 3 years later than the P520 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX620 HS scores against the P520 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Nikon Coolpix P520. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Nikon P520 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Nikon P520
| SX620 HS | P520 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | May 2016 |  | January 2013 | More recent by 40 months |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 921k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon P520 over the Canon SX620 HS
| P520 | SX620 HS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
| Screen sizing | 3.2" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Canon SX620 HS and Nikon P520
| SX620 HS | P520 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon P520 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX620 HS enjoys physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Nikon P520 has sizing of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SX620 HS compared to the P520.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and P520 is 93 and 66 respectively.
Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon P520 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The photograph below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX620 HS and P520.
All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon SX620 HS to result in extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher SX620 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon SX620 HS vs Nikon P520 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Nikon Coolpix P520 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | Nikon Coolpix P520 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2016-05-10 | 2013-01-29 |
| Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-625mm (25.0x) | 24-1000mm (41.7x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.2-6.6 | f/3.0-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 922k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.5fps | 7.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 182 gr (0.40 lbs) | 550 gr (1.21 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 125 x 84 x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 295 photos | 200 photos |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | EN-EL5 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $279 | $380 |