Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon L820

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon SX700 HS and Nikon L820, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the L820 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was released 13 months after the L820 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon L820 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX700 HS scores vs the L820 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Nikon Coolpix L820. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Nikon L820 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX700 HS has exterior dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Nikon L820 has measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") along with a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX700 HS and Nikon L820 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SX700 HS versus the L820.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX700 HS and L820 is 89 and 72 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking specs. The pic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX700 HS and L820.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photos though you should really take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent SX700 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.