Poor | Average | Good | Excellent | |
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Screen size | 3 in Best: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 Screen size: 6.7 in | |||
ISO maximum | 3200 Best: Pentax KP ISO maximum: 819200 | |||
Effective pixels | 16 Mpx Best: Hasselblad H6D-100c Effective pixels: 100 Mpx | |||
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 px Best: Leica M11 Max resolution: 9528 x 6328 px |
Sensor type | CMOS |
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Sensor size | 0.24 in |
Effective pixels | 16.0 Mpx |
Image ratio w:h |
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Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 px |
Other resolutions |
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Processor | DIGIC 4+ iSAPS |
Optical zoom | 18.0 x |
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Digital zoom | 4.0 x |
Minimum aperture | 3.8 |
Maximum aperture | 3.8 |
Focal length equiv | 25 - 450 |
Focus adjustment | Auto |
Brightness adjustment | yes |
Autofocus |
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Auto Focus (AF) lock | yes |
Auto Focus (AF) points selection | Auto |
Auto Focus (AF) assist beam | yes |
Macro focus range | 1.97 in |
Number of focus points | 9 |
Image stabiliser | Optical |
Filter thread | no |
Folded optics | no |
Shooting modes | Auto |
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Minimum shutter speed | 15.0 s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1.0 s |
Shutter priority | no |
Aperture priority | no |
Manual exposure mode | no |
Exposure compensation plus | 2 |
Exposure compensation minus | -2 |
Expousure compensation steps | 1/3 |
Auto exposure lock | yes |
Self-timer delay |
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Histogram | yes |
Subject / scene modes | yes |
Built-in flash | yes |
Flash range | 3.5 |
Flash modes |
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External flash | yes |
Continuous drive | 3.9 fps |
Scene modes |
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Self-timer | yes |
Metering modes |
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3D support | no |
Manual settings | yes |
Self-timer options |
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Built-in microphone | yes |
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Microphone type | Mono |
Speaker type | Mono |
Voice recording | yes |
Supported audio file formats | AAC |
Weight | 6.63 oz |
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Width | 4.09 in |
Height | 2.4 in |
Depth | 1.02 in |
Power source type | Battery |
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Battery life (CIPA) | 290 |
Battery technology | Lithium-Ion |
Rechargeable battery | yes |
Number of batteries supported | 1 |
AC adapter included | yes |
GPS | yes |
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Orientation sensor | yes |
DLNA certified | no |
Energy Star certified | yes |
Languages support | Multi |
On Screen Display (OSD) languages |
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ISO |
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ISO Auto | yes |
ISO minimum | 100 |
ISO maximum | 3200 |
Maximum image resolution | 4608 x 3456 px |
White balance presets | 5 |
White balance modes |
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Custom white balance | yes |
Supported image file formats | JPG |
Photo effects |
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Image stabilizer | yes |
Image stabilization type | Optical |
Supported aspect ratios |
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Uncompressed format | No |
Screen size | 3.0 in |
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Articulated LCD | no |
Screen technology | LCD TFT |
Screen dots | 461000 |
Touch screen | no |
Field of view | 100.0 % |
Live view | yes |
Viewfinder | None |
Maximum resolution | 1920 x 1080 px |
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Video recording | yes |
Recording resolutions |
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HD type | Full HD |
Supported video file formats |
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Analog signal format system |
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Max resolution (highest frame rate) | 1920 x 1080 |
Motion JPEG frame rate | 30.0 fps |
Body type | Compact |
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Colour of product |
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Environmentally sealed | no |
Compatible memory cards |
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Memory slots | 1 |
Storage types |
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Camera file system |
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HDMI | yes |
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HDMI connector type | Micro |
USB connector type | Mini-USB B |
USB version | 2.0 |
Microphone port | yes |
Wireless | Built-In |
Supported WiFi types |
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PictBridge | yes |
NFC | yes |
Wireless network (Wi-Fi) | yes |
Bluetooth | no |
AV output | yes |
The <b>PowerShot</b> <b>SX600</b> is a powerful pocket camera from <b>Canon</b>. This offering is small in size, runs on a solid rechargeable battery and has a huge 18x optical zoom, 16MP image capture as well as being able to take full HD movies at the touch of a button.
Daniel Bell reviews the Canon Powershot SX600 HS featuring 18x optical zoom and Wi-Fi.
A likeable camera with a big zoom, but last year's model is better
The PowerShot SX600 HS from Canon packs a long 18x optical zoom lens inside a compact body that’s easy to pocket. If only the image quality and performance were stronger, we could have recommended it.
A reliable 18x zoom travel compact with a range of useful functions
Canon SX600 HS is a 16.0MP Small Sensor Superzoom camera with a 1/2.3-inch sized BSI-CMOS sensor and 25-450 mm F3.8-6.9 lens. Read our SX600 HS review to find its pros and cons.
With its 18x zoom lens, simple straightforward automatic shooting, and built-in Wi-Fi, the SX600 HS does more than your phone without weighing you down.
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Review posted 08/04/2014Quick TakeProsExposure and Color were accurate in all shooting modesDedicated Video Capture Button is always ready to recordIntelligent I.S. helps steady the camera while shooting on the go or in low-lightGood overall image quality460k dot LCD is great for shooting and viewing
The Canon PowerShot SX600 HS is a new travel-zoom camera with an 18x zoom lens in a slim and compact body. The Canon SX600 also offers 16 megapixels, a 3-inch LCD screen, built-in wi-fi and 1080p HD movies. Read our in-depth Canon PowerShot SX600 HS review to find out if it's the right camera for you...
Canon PowerShot SX600 HS review - The SX600 HS offers a substantial 18x optical zoom and extensive feature set all for under £200 at launch
Expert review of the Canon PowerShot SX600 HS digital camera with sample photos, test shots, videos and more.
A digital camera with a compact body, the USP of the Canon PowerShot SX600 HS is its 18x optical zoom lens.
The Canon PowerShot SX600 HS is a slim camera with an 18x zoom lens and Wi-Fi, but its images are on the noisy side.