Nikon B600 vs Sony RX10

Lets look more in depth at the Nikon B600 versus Sony RX10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the B600 (16MP) and the RX10 (20MP) is very close but the B600 (1/2.3") and RX10 (1") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The B600 was manufactured 4 years after the RX10 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the B600 matches up versus the RX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix B600 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon B600 Gallery & Sony RX10 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon B600 has got outer measurements of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 has specifications of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") and a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the B600 compared to the RX10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the B600 and RX10 is 67 and 58 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the B600 and RX10.

As you can see, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The B600 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Sony RX10 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The more recent B600 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.