Canon A2200 vs Nikon S6000
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Canon A2200 vs Nikon S6000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 135g - 93 x 57 x 24mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Released February 2010

Canon A2200 vs Nikon S6000 Overview
Following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon A2200 vs Nikon S6000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the S6000 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A2200 was released 12 months after the S6000 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the A2200 grades vs the S6000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A2200 vs Nikon S6000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2200 and Nikon Coolpix S6000. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A2200 Gallery and Nikon S6000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2200 over the Nikon S6000
A2200 | S6000 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Canon A2200
S6000 | A2200 |
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Common features in the Canon A2200 and Nikon S6000
A2200 | S6000 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon A2200 vs Nikon S6000 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon A2200 provides physical dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Nikon S6000 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Canon A2200 vs Nikon S6000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the A2200 compared to the S6000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A2200 and S6000 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon A2200 vs Nikon S6000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2200 and S6000.
To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you may want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent A2200 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon A2200 vs Nikon S6000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2200 | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2200 | Nikon Coolpix S6000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.7-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 lbs) | 156 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-8L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $139 | $300 |