Nikon B600 vs Sony HX50V

Here is a comprehensive review of the Nikon B600 versus Sony HX50V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the B600 (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The B600 was released 5 years later than the HX50V and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon B600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the B600 matches up vs the HX50V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix B600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon B600 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon B600 enjoys exterior measurements of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony HX50V has dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the B600 compared to the HX50V.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the B600 and HX50V is 67 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the B600 and HX50V.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony HX50V to give you more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger B600 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.