Canon SX270 HS vs Nikon P600

Below, we are evaluating the Canon SX270 HS versus Nikon P600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX270 HS (12MP) and P600 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX270 HS was brought out 10 months before the P600 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX270 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX270 HS scores versus the P600 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX270 HS & Nikon Coolpix P600. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX270 HS Gallery & Nikon P600 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX270 HS comes with physical dimensions of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Nikon P600 has measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX270 HS versus Nikon P600 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SX270 HS compared to the P600.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX270 HS and P600 is 91 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The graphic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX270 HS and P600.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon P600 to show extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older SX270 HS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.