Canon S200 vs Nikon S6300

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon S200 and Nikon S6300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the S200 (10MP) and S6300 (16MP) and the S200 (1/1.7") and S6300 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The S200 was revealed 2 years after the S6300 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the S200 scores versus the S6300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S200 and Nikon Coolpix S6300. The full galleries are available at Canon S200 Gallery and Nikon S6300 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon S200 has got outside dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6300 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Canon S200 and Nikon S6300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S200 against the S6300.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S200 and S6300 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Generally, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S200 and S6300.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S200 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S6300 will resolve extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher S200 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.