Canon SX70 HS vs Nikon P600

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon SX70 HS and Nikon P600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX70 HS (20MP) and P600 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX70 HS was introduced 4 years later than the P600 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX70 HS grades vs the P600 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX70 HS and Nikon Coolpix P600. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX70 HS Gallery and Nikon P600 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX70 HS comes with external dimensions of 127mm x 91mm x 117mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 4.6") and a weight of 608 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst the Nikon P600 has proportions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX70 HS and Nikon P600 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SX70 HS versus the P600.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SX70 HS and P600 is 63 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The visual here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX70 HS and P600.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX70 HS to offer extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX70 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.