Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon AW120
93 Imaging
40 Features
45 Overall
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92 Imaging
40 Features
45 Overall
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Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon AW120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1280 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 188g - 104 x 61 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Replacement is Canon SX610 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 213g - 110 x 66 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Previous Model is Nikon AW110
- New Model is Nikon AW130

Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon AW120 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon SX600 HS versus Nikon AW120, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the AW120 (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX600 HS was revealed about the same time to the AW120 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SX600 HS matches up vs the AW120 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon AW120 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Nikon Coolpix AW120. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Nikon AW120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX600 HS over the Nikon AW120
SX600 HS | AW120 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Canon SX600 HS
AW120 | SX600 HS | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX600 HS and Nikon AW120
SX600 HS | AW120 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2014 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon AW120 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX600 HS offers external measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Nikon AW120 has specifications of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).
Look at the Canon SX600 HS versus Nikon AW120 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX600 HS compared to the AW120.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX600 HS and AW120 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon AW120 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX600 HS and AW120.
As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images although you have to factor the production date of the cameras into account.

Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon AW120 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon AW120 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Nikon Coolpix AW120 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Nikon Coolpix AW120 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G (TFT) | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m (50 cm � 3.5 m (W) / 1.0 m � 2.0 m (T)) | 5.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Manual Flash On / Off, Slow Synchro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1280 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188 gr (0.41 lbs) | 213 gr (0.47 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 61 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 pictures | 350 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $249 | $350 |