Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon A900

Below, we are comparing the Canon SX220 HS versus Nikon A900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and A900 (20MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was brought out 6 years prior to the A900 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SX220 HS scores vs the A900 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon SX220 HS & Nikon Coolpix A900. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery & Nikon A900 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX220 HS has external measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Nikon A900 has dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the SX220 HS vs the A900.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and A900 is 96 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX220 HS and A900.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon A900 to give you more detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged SX220 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.