Canon SX60 HS vs Nikon S6500

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SX60 HS and Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX60 HS (16MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was manufactured 21 months later than the S6500 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S6500 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX60 HS scores vs the S6500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. 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 S6500 has specifications of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX60 HS vs the S6500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX60 HS and S6500 is 61 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX60 HS and S6500.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files however you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer SX60 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.