Nikon P600 vs Sony HX9V

In this article, we are comparing the Nikon P600 vs Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the P600 (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P600 was announced 2 years later than the HX9V and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the P600 grades against the HX9V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P600 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P600 comes with outer measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P600 vs Sony HX9V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the P600 versus the HX9V.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the P600 and HX9V is 65 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The graphic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P600 and HX9V.

All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of images but you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent P600 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.