Nikon P600 vs Sony RX10 II

Below, we will be matching up the Nikon P600 versus Sony RX10 II, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the P600 (16MP) and the RX10 II (20MP) is pretty comparable but the P600 (1/2.3") and RX10 II (1") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The P600 was brought out 16 months earlier than the RX10 II which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the P600 matches up vs the RX10 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P600 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P600 Gallery and Sony RX10 II Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P600 comes with exterior measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Sony RX10 II has proportions 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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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the P600 and the RX10 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P600 and RX10 II is 65 and 58 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the P600 and RX10 II.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The P600 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony RX10 II will show greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged P600 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.