Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon S100

Let's look more closely at the Canon SX600 HS and Nikon S100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the S100 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was launched 2 years after the S100 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SX600 HS grades vs the S100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & Nikon Coolpix S100. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & Nikon S100 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX600 HS enjoys physical measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Nikon S100 has proportions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Canon SX600 HS and Nikon S100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SX600 HS versus the S100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX600 HS and S100 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The pic here may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX600 HS and S100.

All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images though you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX600 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.