Canon SX10 IS vs Nikon B600

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Canon SX10 IS versus Nikon B600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX10 IS (10MP) and B600 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX10 IS was brought out 11 years prior to the B600 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX10 IS scores versus the B600 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX10 IS & Nikon Coolpix B600. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX10 IS Gallery & Nikon B600 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX10 IS has got exterior dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Nikon B600 has measurements of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX10 IS versus Nikon B600 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the SX10 IS versus the B600.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX10 IS and B600 is 65 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX10 IS and B600.

All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon B600 to result in greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged SX10 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.