Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon P600
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Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon P600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Released February 2014
- Refreshed by Canon SX710 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 565g - 125 x 85 x 107mm
- Launched February 2014
- Updated by Nikon P610

Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon P600 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon P600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX700 HS (16MP) and the P600 (16MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX700 HS was launched very close to the P600 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX700 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SX700 HS grades versus the P600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon P600 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX700 HS & Nikon Coolpix P600. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX700 HS Gallery & Nikon P600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX700 HS over the Nikon P600
SX700 HS | P600 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon P600 over the Canon SX700 HS
P600 | SX700 HS | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Canon SX700 HS and Nikon P600
SX700 HS | P600 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2014 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon P600 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX700 HS has got external measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Nikon P600 has specifications 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 SX700 HS vs Nikon P600 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SX700 HS compared to the P600.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX700 HS and P600 is 89 and 65 respectively.

Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon P600 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX700 HS and P600.
As you have seen, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you can expect similar quality of pictures though you really should take the age of the products into consideration.

Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon P600 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX700 HS vs Nikon P600 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Nikon Coolpix P600 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | Nikon Coolpix P600 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-02-12 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 922k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | PureColor II G TFT | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 7.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/100/30/25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 269 grams (0.59 pounds) | 565 grams (1.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 125 x 85 x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 330 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $349 | $750 |