Nikon P510 vs Nikon S6500

Following is a complete comparison of the Nikon P510 versus Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both created by Nikon. The image resolution of the P510 (16MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P510 was released 6 months prior to the S6500 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P510 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S6500 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the P510 scores vs the S6500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P510 and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The complete galleries are available at Nikon P510 Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon P510 provides physical measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs) and the Nikon S6500 has sizing of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Nikon P510 versus Nikon S6500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the P510 and the S6500.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the P510 and S6500 is 66 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The picture here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P510 and S6500.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account.