Nikon P7800 vs Nikon S6500

In this article, we are analyzing the Nikon P7800 vs Nikon S6500, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Nikon. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the P7800 (12MP) and S6500 (16MP) and the P7800 (1/1.7") and S6500 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The P7800 was introduced 11 months after the S6500 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the P7800 matches up versus the S6500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P7800 Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon P7800 has got exterior measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 399 grams (0.88 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).

Take a look at the Nikon P7800 vs Nikon S6500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the P7800 versus the S6500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the P7800 and S6500 is 82 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P7800 and S6500.

All in all, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The P7800 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon S6500 will result in more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer P7800 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.