Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon P610

Below is a detailed review of the Canon SX60 HS versus Nikon P610, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the P610 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was unveiled 4 months before the P610 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SX60 HS matches up against the P610 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Nikon Coolpix P610. The full galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Nikon P610 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX60 HS provides physical dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Nikon P610 has measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX60 HS versus Nikon P610 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX60 HS and the P610.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX60 HS and P610 is 61 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The graphic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX60 HS and P610.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you might want to factor the production date of the products into consideration.