Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon P1000
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Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon P1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1280 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 188g - 104 x 61 x 26mm
- Announced January 2014
- Renewed by Canon SX610 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-3000mm (F2.8-8) lens
- 1415g - 146 x 119 x 181mm
- Launched July 2018
- Old Model is Nikon P900

Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon P1000 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Canon SX600 HS and Nikon P1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the P1000 (16MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SX600 HS was brought out 5 years prior to the P1000 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SX600 HS matches up versus the P1000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon P1000 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Nikon Coolpix P1000. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Nikon P1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX600 HS over the Nikon P1000
SX600 HS | P1000 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P1000 over the Canon SX600 HS
P1000 | SX600 HS | |||
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Launched | July 2018 | ![]() | January 2014 | More modern by 54 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Canon SX600 HS and Nikon P1000
SX600 HS | P1000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon P1000 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX600 HS features exterior dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Nikon P1000 has specifications of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") accompanied by a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX600 HS and Nikon P1000 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. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX600 HS versus the P1000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and P1000 is 93 and 49 respectively.

Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon P1000 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX600 HS and P1000.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you might want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX600 HS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon P1000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon P1000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Nikon Coolpix P1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | Nikon Coolpix P1000 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-01-06 | 2018-07-10 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | Nikon Expeed |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 24-3000mm (125.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/2.8-8 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3" | 3.2" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | PureColor II G (TFT) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 99% |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m (50 cm � 3.5 m (W) / 1.0 m � 2.0 m (T)) | 12.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Manual Flash On / Off, Slow Synchro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 1920x1280 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 188 gr (0.41 pounds) | 1415 gr (3.12 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 61 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 146 x 119 x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | 250 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I support) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $249 | $1,000 |