Nikon B600 vs Nikon P600
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Nikon B600 vs Nikon P600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 500g - 122 x 82 x 99mm
- Revealed January 2019
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise 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
- Replacement is Nikon P610

Nikon B600 vs Nikon P600 Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Nikon B600 versus Nikon P600, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. The resolution of the B600 (16MP) and the P600 (16MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The B600 was announced 5 years after the P600 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the B600 matches up against the P600 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon B600 vs Nikon P600 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix B600 and Nikon Coolpix P600. The whole galleries are available at Nikon B600 Gallery and Nikon P600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon B600 over the Nikon P600
B600 | P600 | |||
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Launched | January 2019 | ![]() | February 2014 | Newer by 61 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon P600 over the Nikon B600
P600 | B600 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon B600 and Nikon P600
B600 | P600 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Exact same display resolution |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Nikon B600 vs Nikon P600 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and volume. The Nikon B600 provides outside measurements of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Nikon P600 has sizing of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Check out the Nikon B600 versus Nikon P600 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the B600 compared to the P600.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the B600 and P600 is 67 and 65 respectively.

Nikon B600 vs Nikon P600 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the B600 and P600.
Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you will want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher B600 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

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Nikon B600 vs Nikon P600 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix B600 | Nikon Coolpix P600 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix B600 | Nikon Coolpix P600 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2019-01-18 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1440mm (60.0x) | 24-1440mm (60.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.5 | f/3.3-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) | 7.50 m |
Flash settings | - | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60i, MP4, H.264, AAC | 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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 500 grams (1.10 lb) | 565 grams (1.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 122 x 82 x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 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 | 280 pictures | 330 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $297 | $750 |