Nikon S02 vs Samsung ST6500

Lets look more closely at the Nikon S02 and Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the S02 (13MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is very similar but the S02 (1/3") and ST6500 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The S02 was introduced 2 years after the ST6500 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S02 scores against the ST6500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S02 and Samsung ST6500. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S02 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S02 comes with outside dimensions of 77mm x 51mm x 18mm (3.0" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Samsung ST6500 has sizing of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon S02 and Samsung ST6500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S02 against the ST6500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S02 and ST6500 is 97 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S02 and ST6500.

As you can tell, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S02 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung ST6500 will deliver more detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The fresher S02 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.