Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon S6500

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon SX600 HS and Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was manufactured 13 months after the S6500 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SX600 HS scores vs the S6500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX600 HS features physical measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Nikon S6500 has sizing of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Canon SX600 HS and Nikon S6500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX600 HS versus the S6500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX600 HS and S6500 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The picture here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX600 HS and S6500.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger SX600 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.