Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L28
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Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Previous Model is Canon SX700 HS
- Replacement is Canon SX720 HS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced January 2013

Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L28 Overview
Lets look closer at the Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L28, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX710 HS (20MP) and the L28 (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX710 HS was introduced 24 months after the L28 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX710 HS grades versus the L28 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L28 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS & Nikon Coolpix L28. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX710 HS Gallery & Nikon L28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX710 HS over the Nikon L28
SX710 HS | L28 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 24 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Canon SX710 HS
L28 | SX710 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX710 HS and Nikon L28
SX710 HS | L28 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L28 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX710 HS enjoys outer measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Nikon L28 has measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L28 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SX710 HS and the L28.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX710 HS and L28 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L28 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The image below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX710 HS and L28.
All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos but you need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer SX710 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L28 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Nikon Coolpix L28 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Nikon Coolpix L28 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 2013-01-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269 gr (0.59 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | 230 photographs | 280 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-6LH | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $349 | $90 |