Nikon S3100 vs Nikon S6900

Following is a extended review of the Nikon S3100 vs Nikon S6900, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are sold by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S3100 (14MP) and the S6900 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S3100 was released 5 years prior to the S6900 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S3100 matches up against the S6900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S3100 and Nikon Coolpix S6900. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S3100 Gallery and Nikon S6900 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3100 offers physical dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6900 has proportions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs).

Check out the Nikon S3100 vs Nikon S6900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S3100 and the S6900.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S3100 and S6900 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The image below should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3100 and S6900.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon S6900 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged S3100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.