Canon SX610 HS vs Nikon P600

Here, we are looking at the Canon SX610 HS versus Nikon P600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and P600 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX610 HS was announced 12 months later than the P600 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX610 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX610 HS matches up against the P600 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS & Nikon Coolpix P600. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX610 HS Gallery & Nikon P600 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX610 HS has got physical dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Nikon P600 has specifications of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX610 HS versus Nikon P600 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX610 HS and the P600.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX610 HS and P600 is 93 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX610 HS and P600.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon SX610 HS to provide you with extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX610 HS provides an edge in sensor innovation.