Nikon A900 vs Nikon S6500

Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon A900 and Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are sold by Nikon. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and S6500 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A900 was unveiled 3 years after the S6500 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the A900 grades vs the S6500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A900 and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon A900 Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A900 comes with physical dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6500 has dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Nikon A900 and Nikon S6500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the A900 and the S6500.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A900 and S6500 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A900 and S6500.

All in all, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon A900 to deliver greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent A900 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.