• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 20.2 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 450.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 20.1 megapixels
  • 26.00mm - 130.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Canon SX610 HS advantages over Nikon L32

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Wi-Fi vs None
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • More telephoto lens reach
    450 mm vs 130 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Manual focus
    Yes vs No
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • More dots on screen
    922k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Longer exposure
    15 vs 4 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    7.2 fps vs 1.1 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Higher extended ISO
    3200 vs 1600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Nikon L32 advantages over Canon SX610 HS

  • Less expensive
    $119 vs $199
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/3.2 vs f/3.8
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 570 vs 270 shots
    Capture more photos

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm AX650

Canon SX610 HS
Fujifilm AX650
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $115
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Longer stills battery life
Nikon L32
Fujifilm AX650
  • $119
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • More pixels
  • $115
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer exposure

Compared to Nikon L30

Canon SX610 HS
Nikon L30
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
Nikon L32
Nikon L30
  • $119
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch

Compared to Canon SX600 HS

Canon SX610 HS
Canon SX600 HS
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • More pixels
  • $390
  • 1/2.3 inch
Nikon L32
Canon SX600 HS
  • $119
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $390
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

Compared to Canon 350 HS

Canon SX610 HS
Canon 350 HS
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $209
  • 1/2.3 inch
Nikon L32
Canon 350 HS
  • $119
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $209
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

Compared to Canon 360 HS

Canon SX610 HS
Canon 360 HS
  • $199
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $284
  • 1/2.3 inch
Nikon L32
Canon 360 HS
  • $119
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $284
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
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