Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon A1000

Let's look closer at the Canon SX710 HS and Nikon A1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and A1000 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX710 HS was introduced 5 years earlier than the A1000 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX710 HS grades vs the A1000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS & Nikon Coolpix A1000. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX710 HS Gallery & Nikon A1000 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SX710 HS comes with exterior measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Nikon A1000 has measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX710 HS versus the A1000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX710 HS and A1000 is 89 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX710 HS and A1000.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Canon SX710 HS to provide extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more aged SX710 HS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.