Canon SX500 IS vs Nikon S6500

On this page, we are matching up the Canon SX500 IS vs Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX500 IS (16MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX500 IS was unveiled 4 months prior to the S6500 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the SX500 IS matches up vs the S6500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX500 IS & Nikon Coolpix S6500. The full galleries are available at Canon SX500 IS Gallery & Nikon S6500 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX500 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs) and the Nikon S6500 has dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX500 IS vs Nikon S6500 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SX500 IS against the S6500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX500 IS and S6500 is 80 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by looking through specs. The picture underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX500 IS and S6500.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you would want to take the age of the cameras into account.