Nikon S2900 vs Samsung ST6500
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Nikon S2900 vs Samsung ST6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2015
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011

Nikon S2900 vs Samsung ST6500 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Nikon S2900 versus Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the S2900 (20MP) and ST6500 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S2900 was unveiled 4 years later than the ST6500 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S2900 scores against the ST6500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S2900 vs Samsung ST6500 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S2900 and Samsung ST6500. The full galleries are provided at Nikon S2900 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S2900 over the Samsung ST6500
S2900 | ST6500 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 49 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Nikon S2900
ST6500 | S2900 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon S2900 and Samsung ST6500
S2900 | ST6500 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Nikon S2900 vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon S2900 has got outer measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 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).
Analyze the Nikon S2900 versus Samsung ST6500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S2900 vs the ST6500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S2900 and ST6500 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Nikon S2900 vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S2900 and ST6500.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S2900 to render extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer S2900 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S2900 vs Samsung ST6500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S2900 vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S2900 | Samsung ST6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S2900 | Samsung ST6500 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 119 grams (0.26 lbs) | - |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $117 | - |