Nikon S220 vs Nikon S6200

On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon S220 versus Nikon S6200, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Nikon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the S220 (10MP) and S6200 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S220 was released 3 years earlier than the S6200 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon S220 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon S6200 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S220 grades vs the S6200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S220 and Nikon Coolpix S6200. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S220 Gallery and Nikon S6200 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S220 comes with exterior dimensions of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Nikon S6200 has proportions of 93mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S220 versus Nikon S6200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S220 vs the S6200.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S220 and S6200 is 97 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through specifications. The photograph here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S220 and S6200.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S6200 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older S220 will be behind in sensor technology.