Nikon AW120 vs Nikon S6500

Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon AW120 versus Nikon S6500, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Nikon. The resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was manufactured 14 months after the S6500 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the AW120 scores vs the S6500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW120 and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon AW120 Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW120 has outside dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6500 has measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Nikon AW120 versus Nikon S6500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the AW120 and the S6500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the AW120 and S6500 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The picture here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the AW120 and S6500.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you really should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The newer AW120 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.