Nikon L610 vs Nikon S6500

Below is a extensive comparison of the Nikon L610 vs Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are produced by Nikon. The resolution of the L610 (16MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L610 was released 5 months earlier than the S6500 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the L610 scores versus the S6500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L610 and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L610 Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L610 enjoys physical dimensions of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) and the Nikon S6500 has measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the L610 against the S6500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L610 and S6500 is 90 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the L610 and S6500.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration.