Canon N vs Nikon S6000

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon N vs Nikon S6000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the N (12MP) and the S6000 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The N was manufactured 2 years after the S6000 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the N grades against the S6000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot N and Nikon Coolpix S6000. The entire galleries are provided at Canon N Gallery and Nikon S6000 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon N comes with external dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst 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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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the N and the S6000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the N and S6000 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The pic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the N and S6000.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S6000 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent N should have an advantage in sensor tech.