Nikon S5100 vs Nikon S6100

Below, we will be comparing the Nikon S5100 vs Nikon S6100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both built by Nikon. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the S5100 (12MP) and S6100 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S5100 was unveiled 5 months prior to the S6100 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the S5100 grades against the S6100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S5100 & Nikon Coolpix S6100. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S5100 Gallery & Nikon S6100 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5100 has external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Nikon S6100 has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the S5100 compared to the S6100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S5100 and S6100 is 95 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S5100 and S6100.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon S6100 to give you extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.