Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon S1000pj

Following is a in-depth review of the Canon SX220 HS and Nikon S1000pj, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the S1000pj (12MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was launched 19 months after the S1000pj making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX220 HS matches up versus the S1000pj in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon SX220 HS and Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Nikon S1000pj Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX220 HS provides 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) while the Nikon S1000pj has specifications of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Canon SX220 HS and Nikon S1000pj in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the SX220 HS compared to the S1000pj.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and S1000pj is 96 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX220 HS and S1000pj.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern SX220 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.