Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon B600
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Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon B600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 442g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Released January 2015
- Previous Model is Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 500g - 122 x 82 x 99mm
- Announced January 2019

Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon B600 Overview
Below is a extended analysis of the Canon SX530 HS and Nikon B600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX530 HS (16MP) and the B600 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX530 HS was unveiled 5 years prior to the B600 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX530 HS grades versus the B600 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon B600 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS & Nikon Coolpix B600. The full galleries are available at Canon SX530 HS Gallery & Nikon B600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX530 HS over the Nikon B600
SX530 HS | B600 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon B600 over the Canon SX530 HS
B600 | SX530 HS | |||
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Announced | January 2019 | ![]() | January 2015 | More recent by 49 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX530 HS and Nikon B600
SX530 HS | B600 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon B600 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX530 HS offers outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Nikon B600 has dimensions of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX530 HS and Nikon B600 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the SX530 HS vs the B600.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX530 HS and B600 is 69 and 67 respectively.

Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon B600 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX530 HS and B600.
To sum up, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of images although you have to take the age of the cameras into account. The older SX530 HS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon B600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX530 HS vs Nikon B600 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Nikon Coolpix B600 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX530 HS | Nikon Coolpix B600 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2019-01-18 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.6 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 60i, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 442g (0.97 lb) | 500g (1.10 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 122 x 82 x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | 280 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $379 | $297 |