Canon D10 vs Nikon S6000

Below is a extended analysis of the Canon D10 and Nikon S6000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the D10 (12MP) and the S6000 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The D10 was brought out 7 months earlier than the S6000 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the D10 scores vs the S6000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot D10 and Nikon Coolpix S6000. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon D10 Gallery and Nikon S6000 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon D10 comes with external dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Nikon S6000 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the D10 against the S6000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D10 and S6000 is 89 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the D10 and S6000.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S6000 to provide more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The older D10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.