Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon P100

Following is a thorough analysis of the Canon SX220 HS versus Nikon P100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the P100 (10MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was manufactured 8 months after the P100 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX220 HS matches up versus the P100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon SX220 HS and Nikon Coolpix P100. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Nikon P100 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX220 HS has got outside dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Nikon P100 has dimensions of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") along with a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX220 HS vs the P100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and P100 is 96 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The pic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX220 HS and P100.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX220 HS to result in extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern SX220 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.