Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon P600
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Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon P600 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
- Introduced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Launched February 2014
- Replacement is Nikon P610

Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon P600 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX540 HS versus Nikon P600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and P600 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX540 HS was manufactured 24 months later than the P600 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SX540 HS grades versus the P600 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon P600 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and Nikon Coolpix P600. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and Nikon P600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX540 HS over the Nikon P600
SX540 HS | P600 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | February 2014 | More recent by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon P600 over the Canon SX540 HS
P600 | SX540 HS | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon SX540 HS and Nikon P600
SX540 HS | P600 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon P600 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX540 HS enjoys exterior 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 P600 has sizing of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX540 HS versus Nikon P600 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the SX540 HS versus the P600.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX540 HS and P600 is 69 and 65 respectively.

Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon P600 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The visual below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX540 HS and P600.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX540 HS to offer more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern SX540 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon P600 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | Nikon Coolpix P600 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | Nikon Coolpix P600 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2016-01-05 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.9 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 7.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 442 gr (0.97 lbs) | 565 gr (1.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") |
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 | 205 images | 330 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $399 | $750 |