Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6500
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Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Announced February 2012
- Later Model is Nikon L820
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 95 x 58 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2013

Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6500 Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Nikon L810 and Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. The resolution of the L810 (16MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The L810 was manufactured 11 months before the S6500 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the L810 grades against the S6500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6500 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L810 Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Nikon S6500
L810 | S6500 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6500 over the Nikon L810
S6500 | L810 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 11 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L810 and Nikon S6500
L810 | S6500 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6500 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L810 has got exterior dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) while 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).
See the Nikon L810 and Nikon S6500 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the L810 against the S6500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L810 and S6500 is 74 and 92 respectively.

Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6500 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L810 and S6500.
Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images however you have to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged L810 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

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Nikon L810 vs Nikon S6500 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L810 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L810 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-02-01 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-585mm (25.4x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | AMOLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.2fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 430g (0.95 pounds) | 250g (0.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") | 95 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $280 | $170 |