Nikon S4000 vs Nikon S6900

In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon S4000 vs Nikon S6900, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are sold by Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the S4000 (12MP) and S6900 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was announced 6 years before the S6900 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S4000 matches up versus the S6900 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4000 & Nikon Coolpix S6900. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S4000 Gallery & Nikon S6900 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S4000 enjoys outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Nikon S6900 has sizing of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the S4000 vs the S6900.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4000 and S6900 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S4000 and S6900.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S6900 to produce greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older S4000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.