Canon SX600 HS vs Nikon S8200

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon SX600 HS and Nikon S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX600 HS (16MP) and the S8200 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX600 HS was brought out 2 years after the S8200 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SX600 HS matches up vs the S8200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Nikon Coolpix S8200. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Nikon S8200 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX600 HS has outside dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Nikon S8200 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX600 HS and Nikon S8200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SX600 HS against the S8200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX600 HS and S8200 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The picture here will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX600 HS and S8200.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos however you really should take the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX600 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.