Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon B600 and Canon SX700 HS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon B600 has external dimensions of 122 x 82 x 99 mm (4.8 x 3.23 x 3.9″) and weighs 500 g (1.10 lb / 17.64 oz) (including batteries). Canon SX700 HS has external dimensions of 113 x 66 x 35 mm (4.45 x 2.6 x 1.38″) and weighs 269 g (0.59 lb / 9.49 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon B600 and the Canon SX700 HS. Canon SX700 HS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 9mm narrower, 16mm shorter and 64mm thinner than Nikon B600.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon B600 and Canon SX700 HS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon B600 and Canon SX700 HS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon SX700 HS is significantly lighter (231g ) than the Nikon B600 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix B600 nor Canon PowerShot SX700 HS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon B600 and Canon SX700 HS's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.