Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon S6000
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Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon S6000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 313g - 104 x 69 x 80mm
- Introduced July 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Introduced February 2010
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Below is a in depth assessment of the Canon SX400 IS and Nikon S6000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the S6000 (14MP) is pretty similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe SX400 IS was introduced 4 years later than the S6000 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX400 IS scores versus the S6000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Nikon Coolpix S6000. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Nikon S6000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Nikon S6000
| SX400 IS | S6000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2014 |  | February 2010 | More recent by 55 months |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Canon SX400 IS
| S6000 | SX400 IS |
|---|
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Nikon S6000
| SX400 IS | S6000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon S6000 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX400 IS features exterior dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6000 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX400 IS and Nikon S6000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SX400 IS compared to the S6000.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and S6000 is 81 and 94 respectively.
Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon S6000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and S6000.
As you can see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon SX400 IS to offer extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher SX400 IS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon S6000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon S6000 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Nikon Coolpix S6000 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2014-07-29 | 2010-02-03 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 4+ | Expeed C2 |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.7-5.6 |
| Macro focusing range | 0cm | 2cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 313 gr (0.69 pounds) | 156 gr (0.34 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 190 shots | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-11LH | EN-EL12 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $229 | $300 |
