Canon A2200 vs Nikon S6500

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon A2200 and Nikon S6500, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A2200 was introduced 24 months earlier than the S6500 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A2200 matches up against the S6500 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2200 & Nikon Coolpix S6500. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2200 Gallery & Nikon S6500 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A2200 features physical dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6500 has measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the A2200 versus the S6500.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A2200 and S6500 is 95 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The image below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A2200 and S6500.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S6500 to give greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged A2200 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.