Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon L840

Below is a extended comparison of the Canon SX700 HS versus Nikon L840, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the L840 (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX700 HS was introduced 12 months prior to the L840 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX700 HS matches up against the L840 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and Nikon Coolpix L840. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX700 HS Gallery and Nikon L840 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX700 HS provides external dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Nikon L840 has proportions of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") along with a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX700 HS versus Nikon L840 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX700 HS against the L840.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX700 HS and L840 is 89 and 67 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX700 HS and L840.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files but you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older SX700 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.