Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon S570

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon SX220 HS versus Nikon S570, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the S570 (12MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX220 HS was unveiled 19 months after the S570 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX220 HS grades vs the S570 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon SX220 HS and Nikon Coolpix S570. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Nikon S570 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX220 HS comes with outer 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 S570 has proportions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX220 HS versus Nikon S570 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the SX220 HS compared to the S570.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and S570 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The pic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX220 HS and S570.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX220 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.