Nikon S220 vs Samsung ST6500

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon S220 vs Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the S220 (10MP) and ST6500 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S220 was released 23 months prior to the ST6500 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S220 grades vs the ST6500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S220 and Samsung ST6500. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S220 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S220 features exterior measurements of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Samsung ST6500 has specifications of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S220 versus the ST6500.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S220 and ST6500 is 97 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The picture here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S220 and ST6500.

All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung ST6500 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S220 will be behind in sensor tech.