Nikon S1100pj vs Nikon S6500

Following is a in-depth review of the Nikon S1100pj and Nikon S6500, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S1100pj (14MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

The S1100pj was brought out 3 years earlier than the S6500 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon S1100pj being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon S6500 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S1100pj scores against the S6500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S1100pj and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S1100pj Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S1100pj features physical measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 24mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 0.9") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6500 has specifications of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Nikon S1100pj and Nikon S6500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the S1100pj vs the S6500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1100pj and S6500 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1100pj and S6500.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S6500 to produce extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged S1100pj will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.