Nikon S4300 vs Nikon S6500

In this article, we will be comparing the Nikon S4300 versus Nikon S6500, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the S4300 (16MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S4300 was introduced 11 months prior to the S6500 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the S4300 grades vs the S6500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S4300 & Nikon Coolpix S6500. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S4300 Gallery & Nikon S6500 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S4300 features outer dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Nikon S6500 has measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S4300 compared to the S6500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S4300 and S6500 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S4300 and S6500.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you should consider the age of the cameras into account. The older S4300 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.