Nikon B600 vs Sony HX30V

Here is a detailed comparison of the Nikon B600 and Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the B600 (16MP) and the HX30V (18MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The B600 was manufactured 6 years later than the HX30V and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon B600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the B600 grades vs the HX30V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix B600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon B600 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon B600 enjoys outer 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) while the Sony HX30V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon B600 and Sony HX30V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the B600 versus the HX30V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the B600 and HX30V is 67 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the B600 and HX30V.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX30V to produce greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The younger B600 provides a benefit in sensor technology.