Nikon P600 vs Sony NEX-C3

Following is a complete analysis of the Nikon P600 and Sony NEX-C3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P600 (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is very well matched but the P600 (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The P600 was announced 2 years after the NEX-C3 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the P600 grades against the NEX-C3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P600 & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P600 Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P600 has external measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P600 and Sony NEX-C3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the P600 vs the NEX-C3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P600 and NEX-C3 is 65 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the P600 and NEX-C3.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The P600 contains the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier. The younger P600 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.