Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P610
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![Canon PowerShot SX710 HS front Canon PowerShot SX710 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX710-HS/Canon-SX710-HS-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix P610 front Nikon Coolpix P610 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-P610/Nikon-P610-front.jpg)
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Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P610 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
- Announced January 2015
- Superseded the Canon SX700 HS
- New Model is Canon SX720 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Launched February 2015
- Succeeded the Nikon P600
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Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P610 Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Canon SX710 HS and Nikon P610, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and P610 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The SX710 HS was manufactured at a similar time to the P610 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX710 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX710 HS grades vs the P610 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P610 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS & Nikon Coolpix P610. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX710 HS Gallery & Nikon P610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX710 HS over the Nikon P610
SX710 HS | P610 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon P610 over the Canon SX710 HS
P610 | SX710 HS | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Canon SX710 HS and Nikon P610
SX710 HS | P610 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2015 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P610 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you will have to take into account 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") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Nikon P610 has measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX710 HS and Nikon P610 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX710 HS and the P610.
![Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P610 size comparison Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P610 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX710-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P610-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX710 HS and P610 is 89 and 65 respectively.
![Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P610 top view buttons comparison Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P610 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX710-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P610-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P610 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The graphic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX710 HS and P610.
To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can expect the Canon SX710 HS to give more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.
![Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P610 sensor size comparison Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P610 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX710-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P610-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P610 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P610 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P610 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX710-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P610-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P610 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Nikon Coolpix P610 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Nikon Coolpix P610 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-01-06 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 7.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 269 grams (0.59 pounds) | 565 grams (1.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") |
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 pictures | 330 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $349 | $430 |