Nikon S3300 vs Nikon S6000

On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon S3300 versus Nikon S6000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are designed by Nikon. The image resolution of the S3300 (16MP) and the S6000 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S3300 was launched 2 years later than the S6000 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S3300 scores against the S6000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Nikon Coolpix S6000. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Nikon S6000 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S3300 has external dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6000 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check the Nikon S3300 versus Nikon S6000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S3300 and the S6000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3300 and S6000 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S3300 and S6000.

To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S3300 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher S3300 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.