Nikon S01 vs Nikon S6900
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![Nikon Coolpix S01 front Nikon Coolpix S01 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S01/Nikon-S01-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S6900 front Nikon Coolpix S6900 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S6900/Nikon-S6900-front.jpg)
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41 Features
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Nikon S01 vs Nikon S6900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 96g - 77 x 52 x 17mm
- Released June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 181g - 99 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2015
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Nikon S01 vs Nikon S6900 Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Nikon S01 and Nikon S6900, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are produced by Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the S01 (10MP) and S6900 (16MP) and the S01 (1/2.9") and S6900 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.
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The S01 was unveiled 19 months earlier than the S6900 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S01 scores against the S6900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon S01 vs Nikon S6900 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S01 and Nikon Coolpix S6900. The full galleries are available at Nikon S01 Gallery and Nikon S6900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S01 over the Nikon S6900
S01 | S6900 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6900 over the Nikon S01
S6900 | S01 | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | ![]() | June 2013 | More modern by 19 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon S01 and Nikon S6900
S01 | S6900 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus |
Nikon S01 vs Nikon S6900 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S01 features outside measurements of 77mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 96 grams (0.21 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6900 has specifications of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S01 and Nikon S6900 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S01 versus the S6900.
![Nikon S01 vs Nikon S6900 size comparison Nikon S01 vs Nikon S6900 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S01-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6900-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S01 and S6900 is 97 and 93 respectively.
![Nikon S01 vs Nikon S6900 top view buttons comparison Nikon S01 vs Nikon S6900 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S01-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6900-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S01 vs Nikon S6900 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S01 and S6900.
As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S01 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Nikon S6900 will offer you more detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged S01 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Nikon S01 vs Nikon S6900 sensor size comparison Nikon S01 vs Nikon S6900 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S01-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6900-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S01 vs Nikon S6900 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S01 vs Nikon S6900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S01 vs Nikon S6900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S01-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6900-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S01 vs Nikon S6900 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S01 | Nikon Coolpix S6900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S01 | Nikon Coolpix S6900 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2013-06-21 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.9" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.96 x 3.72mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 18.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.3 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 1.20 m | 2.80 m (at Auto ISO) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 96 grams (0.21 lbs) | 181 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 77 x 52 x 17mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") | 99 x 58 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 shots | 180 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | Built-in | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | - | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $170 | $190 |