Canon SX710 HS vs Nikon P7000

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon SX710 HS versus Nikon P7000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and P7000 (10MP) and the SX710 HS (1/2.3") and P7000 (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor size.

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The SX710 HS was released 4 years later than the P7000 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX710 HS scores vs the P7000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Nikon Coolpix P7000. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Nikon P7000 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX710 HS has exterior dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Nikon P7000 has measurements of 114mm x 77mm x 45mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 1.8") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX710 HS versus Nikon P7000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the SX710 HS compared to the P7000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX710 HS and P7000 is 89 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX710 HS and P7000.

Clearly, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX710 HS due to its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Canon SX710 HS will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher SX710 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.