Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon L24

Following is a detailed assessment of the Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon L24, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the L24 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was brought out about the same time to the L24 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX220 HS matches up against the L24 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS and Nikon Coolpix L24. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Nikon L24 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX220 HS has outside measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Nikon L24 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX220 HS and the L24.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and L24 is 96 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX220 HS and L24.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon L24 to offer more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively.