Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon P520

Here, we will be comparing the Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon P520, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and P520 (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was announced 24 months before the P520 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX220 HS grades versus the P520 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon SX220 HS and Nikon Coolpix P520. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Nikon P520 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX220 HS features outer dimensions 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 P520 has sizing of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

See the Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon P520 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SX220 HS versus the P520.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and P520 is 96 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The picture here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX220 HS and P520.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon P520 to result in extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged SX220 HS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.