Nikon B600 vs Nikon P1000

The following is a complete assessment of the Nikon B600 vs Nikon P1000, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are offered by Nikon. The image resolution of the B600 (16MP) and the P1000 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The B600 was launched 7 months after the P1000 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the B600 scores versus the P1000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix B600 and Nikon Coolpix P1000. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon B600 Gallery and Nikon P1000 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon B600 provides external measurements of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Nikon P1000 has specifications of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") along with a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs).

Check out the Nikon B600 vs Nikon P1000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the B600 compared to the P1000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the B600 and P1000 is 67 and 49 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The pic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the B600 and P1000.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of images though you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer B600 should have an advantage in sensor technology.