Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon S6300

Here, we will be matching up the Canon SX600 HS and Nikon S6300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the S6300 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was released 24 months after the S6300 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX600 HS grades against the S6300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Nikon Coolpix S6300. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Nikon S6300 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX600 HS features exterior 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) while the Nikon S6300 has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX600 HS and Nikon S6300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX600 HS and the S6300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and S6300 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The image below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and S6300.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you might want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX600 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.