Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon B600

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Canon SX60 HS versus Nikon B600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the B600 (16MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was launched 5 years prior to the B600 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SX60 HS grades versus the B600 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Nikon Coolpix B600. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Nikon B600 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX60 HS provides external measurements of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) and the Nikon B600 has sizing of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Check out the Canon SX60 HS versus Nikon B600 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SX60 HS vs the B600.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX60 HS and B600 is 61 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX60 HS and B600.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photos though you really should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older SX60 HS will be behind in sensor technology.