Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon P500

Let's look more in depth at the Canon SX220 HS versus Nikon P500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the P500 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was brought out within a month of the P500 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX220 HS matches up versus the P500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon SX220 HS and Nikon Coolpix P500. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Nikon P500 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX220 HS comes with 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) and the Nikon P500 has measurements of 116mm x 84mm x 103mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 4.1") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX220 HS versus Nikon P500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX220 HS vs the P500.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and P500 is 96 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The image below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX220 HS and P500.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you should factor the release date of the cameras into account.