Nikon S100 vs Olympus 6000

On this page, we are looking at the Nikon S100 vs Olympus 6000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the S100 (16MP) and 6000 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S100 was launched 2 years after the 6000 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S100 grades versus the 6000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 & Olympus Stylus Tough 6000. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S100 Gallery & Olympus 6000 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S100 offers exterior measurements of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus 6000 has sizing of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S100 versus the 6000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S100 and 6000 is 94 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The pic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S100 and 6000.

All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S100 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The newer S100 will have an edge in sensor tech.