Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon B500

Below, we are comparing the Canon SX60 HS and Nikon B500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the B500 (16MP) is very similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was unveiled 17 months prior to the B500 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX60 HS matches up against the B500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS & Nikon Coolpix B500. The full galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery & Nikon B500 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX60 HS enjoys outside measurements of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) and the Nikon B500 has sizing of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX60 HS and Nikon B500 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the SX60 HS and the B500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX60 HS and B500 is 61 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX60 HS and B500.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of photographs although you would want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The older SX60 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.