Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon B600
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Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon B600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 442g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Launched January 2016
(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
- Launched January 2019
Photography Glossary Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon B600 Overview
Here is a extended assessment of the Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon B600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and B600 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SX540 HS was revealed 4 years before the B600 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX540 HS matches up against the B600 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS & Nikon Coolpix B600. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX540 HS Gallery & Nikon B600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX540 HS over the Nikon B600
| SX540 HS | B600 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon B600 over the Canon SX540 HS
| B600 | SX540 HS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2019 |  | January 2016 | Fresher by 36 months |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 461k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX540 HS and Nikon B600
| SX540 HS | B600 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon B600 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX540 HS features outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Nikon B600 has specifications of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).
See the Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon B600 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX540 HS against the B600.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX540 HS and B600 is 69 and 67 respectively.
Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon B600 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The graphic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX540 HS and B600.
All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX540 HS to offer extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older SX540 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon B600 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | Nikon Coolpix B600 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | Nikon Coolpix B600 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2016-01-05 | 2019-01-18 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | DIGIC 6 | - |
| 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 | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
| Largest 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 display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 461k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 5.9 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 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 | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 @ 60i, MP4, H.264, AAC |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video 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 | 442 grams (0.97 lbs) | 500 grams (1.10 lbs) |
| 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 | 205 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 | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $399 | $297 |
