Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon P1000

Below, we will be contrasting the Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon P1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the P1000 (16MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was brought out 4 years prior to the P1000 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the SX60 HS grades against the P1000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Nikon Coolpix P1000. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Nikon P1000 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX60 HS has got exterior measurements of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Nikon P1000 has specifications of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") and a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX60 HS vs the P1000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX60 HS and P1000 is 61 and 49 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX60 HS and P1000.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The older SX60 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.