Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon S800c

Here is a extended review of the Canon SX600 HS and Nikon S800c, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the S800c (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was unveiled 12 months later than the S800c so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SX600 HS matches up against the S800c for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS & Nikon Coolpix S800c. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX600 HS Gallery & Nikon S800c Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX600 HS features external dimensions 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 S800c has measurements of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX600 HS and Nikon S800c in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX600 HS against the S800c.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and S800c is 93 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading technical specs. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX600 HS and S800c.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you may want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern SX600 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.