Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L610
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Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L610 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
- Superseded the Canon SX700 HS
- Replacement is Canon SX720 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 240g - 108 x 69 x 34mm
- Announced August 2012

Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L610 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L610, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and L610 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX710 HS was released 2 years later than the L610 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX710 HS grades against the L610 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L610 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS & Nikon Coolpix L610. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX710 HS Gallery & Nikon L610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX710 HS over the Nikon L610
SX710 HS | L610 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | August 2012 | Fresher by 30 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+462k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L610 over the Canon SX710 HS
L610 | SX710 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX710 HS and Nikon L610
SX710 HS | L610 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L610 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX710 HS enjoys outside 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 L610 has measurements of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L610 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX710 HS versus the L610.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX710 HS and L610 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L610 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX710 HS and L610.
As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon SX710 HS to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX710 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L610 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon L610 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Nikon Coolpix L610 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Nikon Coolpix L610 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 2012-08-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 25-350mm (14.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269 grams (0.59 lb) | 240 grams (0.53 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 108 x 69 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
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 photos | 120 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-6LH | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $349 | $150 |