Canon SX50 HS vs Nikon D6

Following is a extensive analysis of the Canon SX50 HS and Nikon D6, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro DSLR by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX50 HS (12MP) and D6 (21MP) and the SX50 HS (1/2.3") and D6 (Full frame) come with different sensor size.

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The SX50 HS was revealed 8 years before the D6 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon D6 being a Large SLR camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX50 HS matches up vs the D6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS & Nikon D6. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX50 HS Gallery & Nikon D6 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX50 HS enjoys outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Nikon D6 has dimensions of 160mm x 163mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") with a weight of 1270 grams (2.80 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX50 HS and Nikon D6 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the SX50 HS and the D6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX50 HS and D6 is 65 and 50 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The image below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX50 HS and D6.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX50 HS with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Nikon D6 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged SX50 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.