Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon P900
61 Imaging
40 Features
67 Overall
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52 Imaging
40 Features
63 Overall
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Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon P900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-1365mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 650g - 128 x 93 x 114mm
- Announced September 2014
- Old Model is Canon SX50 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-2000mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 899g - 140 x 103 x 137mm
- Announced March 2015
- Successor is Nikon P1000

Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon P900 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon P900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the P900 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX60 HS was announced 5 months before the P900 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX60 HS grades vs the P900 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon P900 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Nikon Coolpix P900. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Nikon P900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX60 HS over the Nikon P900
SX60 HS | P900 | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon P900 over the Canon SX60 HS
P900 | SX60 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX60 HS and Nikon P900
SX60 HS | P900 | |||
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Announced | September 2014 | ![]() | March 2015 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon P900 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX60 HS comes with physical dimensions of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) while the Nikon P900 has measurements of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") having a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon P900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SX60 HS vs the P900.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX60 HS and P900 is 61 and 52 respectively.

Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon P900 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The image here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX60 HS and P900.
As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of images but you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration.

Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon P900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon P900 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX60 HS | Nikon Coolpix P900 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX60 HS | Nikon Coolpix P900 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-09-16 | 2015-03-02 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 21-1365mm (65.0x) | 24-2000mm (83.3x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 0cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 922 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 922 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.4 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 11.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p) 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Yes |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 650 gr (1.43 lbs) | 899 gr (1.98 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 93 x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") | 140 x 103 x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 39 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 127 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photos | 360 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-10L | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $549 | $600 |