Nikon P600 vs Sony HX80

Here, we will be reviewing the Nikon P600 versus Sony HX80, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the P600 (16MP) and the HX80 (18MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P600 was launched 3 years prior to the HX80 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX80 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the P600 matches up against the HX80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P600 Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon P600 offers outside dimensions 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 HX80 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check the Nikon P600 versus Sony HX80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the P600 against the HX80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P600 and HX80 is 65 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its tough to see the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the P600 and HX80.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX80 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older P600 will be behind in sensor technology.