Nikon P1000 vs Nikon P600

The following is a extensive overview of the Nikon P1000 versus Nikon P600, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both are manufactured by Nikon. The resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the P600 (16MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P1000 was announced 4 years after the P600 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the P1000 matches up vs the P600 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P1000 and Nikon Coolpix P600. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P1000 Gallery and Nikon P600 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P1000 has outer measurements of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") and a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) and the Nikon P600 has measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P1000 versus Nikon P600 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the P1000 vs the P600.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the P1000 and P600 is 49 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P1000 and P600.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you should take the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent P1000 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.